Polychlorotrifluoroethylene Pellets (PCTFE) from Mexico
PCTFE resin in pellet form is a fluoropolymer from chlorotrifluoroethylene, fitting HTS 3904.69.5000 as 'other fluoropolymers' in primary forms. Classification follows subheading rules for polymers where the monomer exceeds 95% by weight.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Submit spectroscopic analysis proving >95% chlorotrifluoroethylene content to prevent misclassification
• Label shipments clearly as 'primary form fluoropolymers' to distinguish from compounded plastics