High-Density Polyethylene HDPE 5502 from Japan
HDPE 5502 is a high-density polyethylene resin with a specific gravity of 0.954, produced via Ziegler-Natta polymerization for blow molding and extrusion applications. It meets HTS 3901.20.5000 as a polyethylene polymer where the ethylene monomer units contribute over 95% by weight, with specific gravity 0.94 or more, classified under 'Other' in the series.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify specific gravity certificate from manufacturer as it determines classification between 3901.20.10 and 3901.20.50; ensure monomer content documentation shows ≥95% ethylene units; common pitfall is misclassifying copolymer blends