Unexpanded EPS Granules

Unexpanded polystyrene granules containing blowing agent for in-plant expansion into foam blocks. HTS 3903.11.00.00 precisely covers these primary form expandable polystyrene materials.

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.

2711.12.00Lower: 25% vs 41.5%

If high petroleum distillate content

Blowing agent-heavy blends may classify as liquefied propane/n-butane products.

3923.29.00Lower: 38% vs 41.5%

If shaped into extruded profiles post-expansion

Cellular extruded articles constitute finished goods under 3923.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify 'unexpanded' status clearly to distinguish from prefoamed materials

Maintain chain of custody documentation proving primary form, not intermediate processing

Watch for valuation issues when imported with technical support services bundled