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SABIC LLDPE R50035 Pellets

SABIC LLDPE R50035 is a butene comonomer linear low density polyethylene with specific gravity of 0.918 (<0.94) and ethylene monomers at 96.5% by weight. Classifies under HTS 3901.10.5010 as primary form LLDPE for injection molding and extrusion. Commonly used in consumer goods packaging.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+37.5%44%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3901.10.10Same rate: 44%

If low density polyethylene (LDPE) not linear

Traditional LDPE (not LLDPE) specifically named in 3901.10.10 subheading

3907.99Lower: 19% vs 44%

If silicone-modified LLDPE

Chemical modification with silicones shifts to 'other polymers' under subheading rules

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide density certification and GPC analysis confirming LLDPE molecular structure

• Ensure packaging prevents pellet fusion that could be viewed as processing

• Common issue: misdeclaration as generic polyethylene leads to 3901.10.90 duties