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Bimodal HDPE Resin TR144 for Bottles from Japan

TR144 bimodal HDPE with relative viscosity 1.48, specific gravity 0.954 for blow-molded bottles. Qualifies for 3901.20.10.00 as primary ethylene homopolymer despite bimodal molecular weight distribution. Provides excellent environmental stress crack resistance.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Bimodal distribution doesn't affect classification; based on monomer content and properties,Request FDA compliance letters for food contact grades affecting import clearance,Verify no masterbatch additives exceeding classification thresholds