Virgin Polytetrafluoroethylene Resin from Japan
Pure polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) resin in granular form, consisting of 100% PTFE monomer units, used as a base material for molding into sheets, rods, or other shapes. It falls under HTS 3904.61.00 as it meets the 'poly' prefix requirement of 95% or more PTFE content by weight in primary form.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify polymer purity via certificate of analysis to confirm 95%+ PTFE monomer content for accurate classification under 3904.61.00
• Include detailed chemical composition data in entry documentation to avoid reclassification to copolymer subheadings