High-Density Polybutene Pellets from China
High-density polybutene resin pellets for piping and hot-melt adhesives are olefin polymers under HTS 3902.90.00, as butene-derived in primary granular form with >95% monomer content. Provides superior creep resistance and flexibility.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Test for crystallinity to differentiate from low-density grades; declare melt index for processing validation
• Bundle with fitting fittings for potential free rates under related notes
• Inspect for gel particles that cause molding defects