PE Rod for 3D Printer Filament Precursor
Polyethylene rod stock with a cross-section exceeding 1 mm, used as a precursor for custom 3D printing filaments. It is an unworked rod of ethylene polymers, meeting the 95% monomer rule, and falls 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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the rod is made of a plastic other than polyethylene
Monofilament and profile shapes of other plastics fall under heading 39.16.
If imported as film or strip rather than rod
Plates, sheets, film, foil and strip of polymers of ethylene fall under heading 39.20.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the rod's cross-section exceeds 1 mm and that it is made of polyethylene with at least 95% ethylene content
• Provide a technical datasheet to the CBSA to confirm the polymer composition
• If the rod is intended to be further processed into filament, it may still qualify as long as it is not otherwise worked at the time of importation
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