Phenolic Urethane Cold Box Binder from Japan
A two-part resin system (phenolic resin and polyisocyanate) that cures at room temperature with amine catalyst for foundry cores. Classified under HTS 3824.10.00.00 as a prepared binder optimized for no-bake foundry processes. Provides excellent dimensional accuracy in complex aluminum castings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide MSDS sheets documenting isocyanate content for OSHA compliance during import clearance
• Ensure packaging labels specify 'for foundry core making only' to prevent reclassification