PVDC for Medical Packaging Resin from Japan
Specialty PVDC resin pellets for medical blister packs, 95.2% vinylidene chloride meeting USP standards in primary form. Classified HTS 3904.50.00.00 following chapter polymer predominance rules.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• FDA drug master file references required
• Pitfall: Medical device classification if pre-formed