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Flexible PVC Compound Granules from Japan

Granules of plasticized PVC compound designed for wire insulation, meeting subheading criteria with plasticizers integrated during polymerization. HTS 3904.22.00.00 covers such primary forms of plasticized poly(vinyl chloride). Provides flexibility essential for cables and tubing.

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

• Include compounding recipe and plasticizer certificates; test for REACH compliance if EU-sourced

• Avoid pitfall of classifying as finished wire (8544) when in primary granule form