Polyvinylidene Fluoride Resin (PVDF)
PVDF is a fluoropolymer derived from vinylidene fluoride monomer, classified under HTS 3904.69.5000 as it falls within 'other fluoropolymers' in primary forms like pellets or powder. It meets the subheading note requiring the named monomer to contribute 95% or more by weight.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | +35.0% | 41.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | +10.0% | 16.5% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 6.5% | +10.0% | 16.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | +10.0% | 16.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | +10.0% | 16.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing less than 95% predominant monomer
Polymers not meeting the 95% threshold for named fluoropolymers classify by predominant monomer unit into 'other' vinyl chloride/halogenated olefins.
If chemically modified beyond standard
Heavily modified fluoropolymers may fall under polyesters or other polymers if not specifically covered by fluoropolymer subheadings.
If supplied as petroleum sulfonate blends
Polymer blends with non-fluoropolymer components exceeding certain ratios classify under heading 3911 for petroleum-based additions.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify monomer content exceeds 95% vinylidene fluoride via lab analysis to confirm classification under this specific fluoropolymer subheading
• Provide detailed polymer composition certificates to CBP to avoid reclassification to generic plastic headings
• Ensure primary form (granules/powder) documentation; finished articles shift to Chapter 39 headings like 3920
Related Products under HTS 3904.69.50.00
Fluorosulfonated Polymer Powder (for Membranes)
Fluorinated polymer powder with sulfonyl groups for ion-exchange membranes, classified as other fluoropolymers in HTS 3904.69.5000 primary forms. Chemical modification keeps it in 'other' per subheading note (a)(3).
Chlorinated Fluoropolymer Concentrate Pellets
Pellets of chlorinated olefin fluoropolymers for extrusion, HTS 3904.69.5000 as other in primary forms, compliant with 95% polymer content.
Perfluoroalkoxy Resin (PFA)
PFA fluoropolymer resin from perfluoroalkyl vinyl ethers and TFE, classified HTS 3904.69.5000 other fluoropolymers primary forms.
Fluorinated Ethylene Propylene Special Copolymer
Specialty FEP variant copolymer pellets, HTS 3904.69.5000 other fluoropolymers.
Polychlorotrifluoroethylene Pellets (PCTFE)
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.
Ethylene Chlorotrifluoroethylene Copolymer (ECTFE)
ECTFE is a copolymer fluoropolymer primarily from chlorotrifluoroethylene and ethylene, classified in HTS 3904.69.5000 as other fluoropolymers in primary forms. It qualifies per notes if comonomer units meet the 95% contribution threshold.