PVDC Copolymer Pellets 96% VDC from China
Pellets of copolymer with 96% vinylidene chloride and minor methyl acrylate for flexibility, still classified as vinylidene chloride polymer under HTS 3904.50.00.00 per note (a)(1) prefix rule. Primary form for converting to coextruded films.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Submit detailed copolymer breakdowns; <95% risks audit
• Partner with accredited labs for pre-shipment testing
• Pitfall: Blends with PVC may go to 3904.21