Branched LDPE Extrusion Grade for Pipes from Mexico
Traditional branched LDPE resin for pipe extrusion, density 0.918, used in flexible tubing. HTS 3901.10.5020 applies to this non-linear LDPE primary form where ethylene constitutes 95%+ by weight. Distinguished from LLDPE by high-pressure polymerization process.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include polymerization process documentation (high-pressure free radical confirms non-linear LDPE)
• Test for crystallinity to differentiate from HDPE
• Ensure packaging labels specify 'LDPE except LLDPE'