Vinyl Chloride-Vinylidene Chloride Copolymer Blend from Germany
Blended copolymer pellets with vinyl chloride predominant but vinylidene chloride <95%, used in barrier films. Classified HTS 3904.40.00.00 as other copolymers not meeting 3904.30 specificity. Complies with Chapter 39 polymer classification hierarchy.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Differentiate from 3904.30 by proving vinylidene <95% via quantitative analysis
• Use ISBP docs for polymer trade; specify 'not for 3904.30' in invoice remarks