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Hexene-Comonomer LLDPE Pellets from Japan

High-performance LLDPE pellets using 1-hexene as alpha-olefin comonomer, specific gravity <0.94, for heavy-duty sacks and liners. Supplied in virgin primary form. Meets exact definition under 3901.40.00.00 for low-density copolymers.

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

• Require supplier COA with hexene content >95% total monomers to satisfy CBP scrutiny

• Use anti-static packaging for pellets to prevent classification issues from clumping

• Distinguish from recycled LLDPE, which may fall under different waste headings