Melamine (2,4,6-Triamino-1,3,5-triazine) from China
Melamine is a chemically defined organic compound containing an unfused triazine ring with three amino groups attached, classifying it under HTS 2933.69.6050 as a heterocyclic nitrogen compound. It is primarily used in the production of melamine-formaldehyde resins for plastics, laminates, and coatings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
23.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide chemical purity certificates and CAS number (108-78-1) to verify classification under Chapter 29 as a separate chemically defined compound
• Ensure packaging complies with UN standards for chemical transport; avoid retail packaging which could shift to Chapter 32