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Crystal Polystyrene GPPS 535H from Japan

GPPS 535H is a clear, crystal-grade polystyrene resin for injection molding, composed of >95% styrene monomer units in pellet form. Falls under HTS 3903.90.5000 as other styrene polymers in primary forms per subheading note (a)(1). Used in electronics housings and toys.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Certify optical clarity and monomer purity to support 3903 classification over commodity plastics

• Avoid bulk packaging over 38.1x45.7 cm if seeking special rates under related notes, though not applicable here