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Gray Flame-Retardant EPS Beads

Gray expandable polystyrene beads with hexabromocyclododecane (HBCD) retardant for construction insulation foam. Classified in 3903.11.00.00 as the additives don't alter primary expandable polymer status.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3903.30.00.00Same rate: 41.5%

If acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) copolymers

Named copolymers classify specifically when meeting 95% comonomer threshold.

3921.13.11Lower: 39.2% vs 41.5%

If expanded into rigid cellular plates

Post-expansion cellular sheets are finished articles under 3921, not primary polymers.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Comply with TSCA regulations for HBCD content; declare flame retardant additives separately

Provide formulation data ensuring polystyrene remains >95% monomer content despite additives