Random Copolymer Polypropylene (RCP) from Japan
Random copolymer PP with minimal ethylene (<5%) for improved clarity and impact in medical syringes. Qualifies for HTS 3902.10.00.00 as propylene units >95% per subheading note (a)(1). Pellets in primary form for medical-grade injection molding.
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
• Provide biocompatibility certs and comonomer analysis; segregate medical-grade shipments
• Pitfall: contamination risks reclassification or rejection