EPS Raw Expanded Beads from Canada
Pre-foamed expandable polystyrene beads in granular form for rotational molding and foam block production. Classified under 3903.11.00.00 as they remain in primary expandable form with blowing agent intact, prior to final shaping.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide certificates of analysis showing >95% polystyrene monomer content to Customs
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'foam particles' which could shift to 3923.11 finished goods
• Ensure packaging labels distinguish from finished EPS sheets for proper primary form classification