Functionalized Vinyl Chloride Copolymer Beads from China
Beads of vinyl chloride copolymer chemically modified with functional groups, still predominantly vinyl chloride, for specialty coatings. HTS 3904.40.00.00 per note (a)(3) for modified polymers not specifically covered. Primary beads form for downstream processing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
Import Tips
• Document modification type and confirm it doesn't create a specific subheading match
• TSCA registration may be required for new functionalized chemicals—pre-clear with EPA
• Avoid 'finished article' perception by emphasizing bead size and primary form