Barrier Grade PVDC Resin from Mexico
High-barrier grade PVDC resin in primary pellet form, 98% vinylidene chloride, for pharmaceutical blister packaging. Falls squarely under HTS 3904.50.00.00 as primary vinylidene chloride polymer per strict 95% monomer criterion in chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure MSDS specifies monomer % and primary form; critical for pharma supply chain
• Tip: Use FDA prior notice for resin intermediates
• Common error: classifying masterbatched resin as 3904.90