PVC Homopolymer Powder for Medical Tubing
High-purity PVC homopolymer powder grade optimized for medical-grade tubing and blood bags. It qualifies for HTS 3904.10.00.00 as unmixed polyvinyl chloride with vinyl chloride monomers comprising over 95% by weight. Meets stringent biocompatibility standards without plasticizer contamination.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If with pharmaceutical-grade additives
Even minor chemical modifications classify as 'Other' under note (a)(3).
If copolymerized with vinyl acetate
Predominant monomer shifts classification per subheading note (a)(4) comparison rules.
If imported as tubes rather than resin
Finished medical tubing is classified as plates/films/sheets, not primary polymers.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include FDA compliance certificates and biocompatibility test results; pitfall is failing USP Class VI testing documentation
• Segregate from industrial grades during shipping to avoid cross-contamination claims
• Declare exact K-value and molecular weight for CBP verification
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