Ultrathene UE 649-02 Low-Density Terpolymer Pellets from Japan
Ultrathene UE 649-02 consists of ethylene-vinyl acetate-vinyl chloride terpolymer pellets for extrusion into films and foams, with VA derivatives <50% by weight. Excludes aromatic monomers, fitting HTS 3901.30.20.00 precisely per chapter notes. Applied in flexible packaging and medical tubing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
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
• Request manufacturer's technical data sheet confirming terpolymer specs and primary form status
• Test for homogeneity to prevent 'mixture' claims
• Pitfall: compounded pellets may go to 3901.90 if impure