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SABIC LLDPE R50035 Pellets from Mexico

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.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

16.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• 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