PB Pipe Grade Polybutylene Pellets from Japan
PB Pipe Grade Polybutylene Pellets are unmodified polybutylene homopolymer granules for plumbing pipe extrusion, with butene-1 units comprising 97% by weight. This primary form polymer offers superior stress crack resistance for hot/cold water systems. Falls under 3902.90.0010 as it meets the polybutylene definition in primary forms.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide manufacturer's spec sheet confirming polybutylene composition to avoid misclassification as polyethylene (3901.10)
• Label shipments clearly as 'primary form polymers, not for retail' to prevent 3921 other plastics confusion