Tetrafluoroethylene-Hexafluoropropylene Copolymer (FEP Resin)
FEP resin pellets from TFE and HFP monomers are other fluoropolymers under HTS 3904.69.5000 in primary forms. Meets 95% monomer content rule for halogenated olefin polymers.
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 predominantly PTFE copolymer
Specific subheading for polytetrafluoroethylene copolymers if they meet criteria.
If performance classified as polyester
Certain fluorinated polyesters have dedicated headings in 3907.
If in silicone-fluoropolymer blend
Silicones take precedence, classifying under 3910 regardless of fluoro content.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify exact TFE/HFP ratios to comply with copolymer classification notes
• Use NAICS codes for fluoropolymer manufacturing in entry docs
Related Products under HTS 3904.69.50.00
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.
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.