Phthalate-Free Plasticized PVC Pellets from Japan
Eco-friendly plasticized PVC pellets using bio-based plasticizers like citrates, with vinyl chloride polymer base >95% by weight. Properly classified in HTS 3904.22.00.00 as plasticized PVC primary forms. Used in food-contact flexible packaging.
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
• Provide FDA compliance docs for food-grade claims; test plasticizer migration limits
• Pitfall: Green claims triggering extra scrutiny without third-party certs