Polymer Processing Oxirane Contamination Waste
Waste from polyethylene oxide production lines contaminated with unreacted oxirane monomer. Meets 3824.81.00.00 under note 3 for mixtures containing ethylene oxide. Common in plastics manufacturing facilities.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5% | +35.0% | 40% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5% | +10.0% | 15% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 5% | +10.0% | 15% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5% | +10.0% | 15% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5% | +10.0% | 15% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If completed polyethylene oxide polymer
Finished polyethers classify under Chapter 39 plastics.
If also contains tributyltin
Additional note 3 substances like organotins shift subheading.
If separated cyclic alcohols/ethers
Oxirane as base ether compound under Chapter 29 if not mixed.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Polymer content analysis to distinguish from pure Chapter 39 plastics
• Declare manufacturing origin to justify mixture classification
Related Products under HTS 3824.81.00.00
Ethylene Oxide Contaminated Industrial Solvent Mixture
A waste solvent blend from chemical manufacturing containing oxirane (ethylene oxide) as a residual contaminant above threshold levels. Classified under 3824.81.00.00 per subheading note 3 due to the presence of ethylene oxide, a hazardous substance requiring special handling. Used for solvent recovery processes in industrial applications.
Oxirane-Laden Chemical Cleaning Preparation Waste
Residual preparation from industrial cleaning operations contaminated with oxirane (ethylene oxide) from sterilization processes. Falls under HTS 3824.81.00.00 as a mixture specified in subheading note 3 containing ethylene oxide. Intended for disposal or recycling in chemical industries.
Sterilization Chamber Ethylene Oxide Residue Mixture
Contaminated absorbent materials and rinse solutions from medical device sterilization chambers containing oxirane residues. Classified in 3824.81.00.00 because it meets subheading note 3 for goods containing ethylene oxide. Generated as waste from healthcare sterilization facilities.
Gas Sterilization Process Oxirane Contaminated Sludge
Sludge byproduct from ethylene oxide gas sterilization systems in pharmaceutical plants, containing dissolved oxirane. Meets HTS 3824.81.00.00 criteria under subheading note 3 for hazardous mixtures. Requires incineration or specialized treatment.
Industrial Adhesive Waste with Ethylene Oxide Additive
Spent adhesive formulations from manufacturing containing oxirane (ethylene oxide) as a polymerizing agent residue. Covered by 3824.81.00.00 per subheading note 3 due to ethylene oxide content in the mixture. Recycled in chemical recovery operations.
Ethylene Oxide Spiked Paint Stripper Preparation
Chemical paint stripping mixture contaminated during production with oxirane (ethylene oxide) from facility cross-contamination. Qualifies for HTS 3824.81.00.00 under subheading note 3 listing. Used in aerospace maintenance waste streams.