Extrusion Coating LDPE EC-1460 High Viscosity

EC-1460 LDPE resin relative viscosity 1.46, SG 0.920 for high-speed extrusion coating of paperboard and foil. HTS 3901.10.1000 classification confirmed by meeting viscosity spec and ethylene monomer predominance.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3901.10.50Same rate: 41.5%

If standard extrusion coating LDPE

Most coating grades have lower viscosity optimized for higher line speeds.

4804.51.00.00Lower: 35% vs 41.5%

If already coated onto paper

Paper coated with ≤15gsm plastics classifies as converted paper, not polymer.

3215.19Lower: 11.8% vs 41.5%

If printing ink vehicle

PE used as printing ink carrier classifies as ink, not primary polymer.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Correlate relative viscosity with melt index specs; food contact statements needed for packaging end-use; avoid contamination with lower grade resins

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