Polystyrene Compounding Base Resin from Germany
Narrow molecular weight distribution polystyrene resin designed for compounding, imported in primary form under HTS 3903.19.00.00. Serves as base for custom blends in electronics and packaging industries.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document polydispersity index (<2.0) to confirm unmodified homopolymer status
• Separate from additives in shipping to prevent blend reclassification
• CBP may test for fillers; ensure pure resin declaration