HDPE T-Section Profile Rod
HDPE T-section profile rods with legs exceeding 1 mm in cross-section, used for shelving supports. These are profile shapes of ethylene polymers, surface-worked but not otherwise worked, and fall under tariff item 3916.10.00.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the profiles are intended for permanent installation in buildings
Fittings and mountings for permanent installation in buildings are classified in heading 39.25.
If imported as sheets or film
Plates, sheets, film, foil and strip of polymers of ethylene fall under heading 39.20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Measure the cross-section dimensions to ensure all legs exceed 1 mm
• Provide a polymer composition certificate showing at least 95% ethylene content
• Declare the product as a profile shape, not as a structural element, to avoid classification under heading 39.25
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