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Butene-Ethylene Copolymer Pellets (VLDPE) from Germany

Very low-density polyethylene (VLDPE) pellets from ethylene-butene copolymerization, ethylene >95% weight, for flexible films. Primary form granules enable stretch film production. Classified per 3901.90.55.01 subheading note (a)(2).

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document butene comonomer as <5% with analytical data to secure this specific classification

• Distinguish from LDPE by specifying copolymer nature and density (<0.915 g/cm³)

• Avoid bulk packaging confusion; ensure marked as primary resin, not end-use product