Polyoctene Elastomer Resin from Germany
PolYOCTene, a 1-octene based elastomer resin in primary form, classified HTS 3902.90.0050 for other olefin polymers with predominant octene monomer. Used in tire compounds and wires for elasticity. Subheading (a)(4) applies for non-dominant specific olefins.
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
• Provide GC-MS analysis for octene monomer confirmation
• Distinguish from rubber via solid primary pellet form
• Monitor for ethylene comonomer pushing to 3901