Gray Flame-Retardant EPS Beads from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Comply with TSCA regulations for HBCD content; declare flame retardant additives separately
• Provide formulation data ensuring polystyrene remains >95% monomer content despite additives