Unexpanded EPS Granules from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• 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