Polychlorotrifluoroethylene Pellets PCTFE
Polychlorotrifluoroethylene (PCTFE) pellets are high-performance fluorinated polymers for chemical-resistant seals and films. Under HTS 3904.90.5000 as other primary-form polymers of halogenated olefins (chlorotrifluoroethylene), fitting 'Other' due to specific multi-halogen structure not named elsewhere.
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 polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) predominates
Specific prefix subheadings take precedence if monomer units meet 95% threshold per note (a)(1).
If imported as low-MW oligomers
Oligomers functioning as chemicals rather than polymers shift to specific function chapters.
If petroleum solvent solution for coating
Polymer in primary forms excludes solutions; those go to heading 3911 if for impregnating.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide FTIR spectroscopy or monomer assay confirming chlorotrifluoroethylene predominance to meet subheading note (a)(1)
• Label clearly as primary pellets (<38.1cm width per US note if sheet-like) to avoid Chapter 39 article headings
Related Products under HTS 3904.90.50.00
Polyvinylidene Chloride Resin PVDC
Polyvinylidene chloride (PVDC) resin is a halogenated olefin polymer used primarily for food packaging films due to its excellent barrier properties against oxygen and moisture. It falls under HTS 3904.90.5000 as a primary form polymer of a halogenated olefin (vinylidene chloride), classified in 'Other' since it does not meet the 95% monomer threshold for specific copolymers in earlier subheadings.
Chlorinated Polyethylene Granules CPE
Chlorinated polyethylene (CPE) is produced by chlorinating polyethylene, resulting in a rubbery halogenated olefin polymer used in wire insulation and hoses. Classified under HTS 3904.90.5000 as 'Other' polymers of halogenated olefins in primary forms (granules), as the chlorinated structure derives from olefin base but doesn't fit specific prefixes.
Chlorotrifluoroethylene Copolymer Pellets
ECTFE copolymer pellets from chlorotrifluoroethylene and ethylene offer corrosion resistance for pipes. Classified in HTS 3904.90.5000 as other primary polymers of halogenated olefins, with ethylene comonomer <95% preventing specific subheading.
Brominated Polyethylene Copolymer
Brominated polyethylene copolymer in primary pellets for flame-retardant compounds. HTS 3904.90.5000 as 'Other' halogenated (bromine) olefin polymer, based on ethylene with Br addition.
Mixed Halogenated Copolymer Granules
Granules of copolymer with Cl/F/Br halogens for specialty coatings. 3904.90.5000 'Other' due to multi-halogen not specific.
Fluorochlorinated Polyolefin Pellets
Pellets blending fluoro and chloro olefins for wire coatings. Primary form under 3904.90.5000.