Metallocene Polypropylene Homopolymer from Japan
A narrow molecular weight distribution polypropylene homopolymer (>95% propylene units) produced using metallocene catalysts for films and fibers with uniform properties. HTS 3902.10.00.00 applies via subheading note (a)(1) for pure propylene polymers in primary forms like pellets. Ideal for BOPP film production.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16.5%
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
• Include catalyst type and MWD data in commercial invoice; CBP may test melt index
• Avoid compounding with additives pre-import to prevent 3920 reclassification
• Common issue: pellet contamination leading to purity disputes