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Photoconductive PVCz Polymer Granules

Polyvinyl carbazole granules with light-sensitive adjuvants for electrophotographic applications. Fits HTS 3905.99.3000 as named polymer in primary form with adjuvant allowance.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3907.99Lower: 19% vs 37.5%

If aromatic polyacetal copolymer dominant

Predominant monomer determines heading if PVCz falls below 95% threshold per note (a)(4).

3920.99.20.00Higher: 41.7% vs 37.5%

If noncellular sheets/plates produced

Shifts from primary form (3905) to plates/sheets of other plastics in 3920 when formed.

3811.90.00.00Higher: 44% vs 37.5%

If with substantial antiknock additives

Fuel/oil additives containing polymers classify in 3811 regardless of polymer content.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Certify that adjuvants do not chemically modify the base polymer structure per subheading rules

• Watch for CBP scrutiny on 'including adjuvants'—document <5% non-monomer content

• Use ISF filings early due to chemical classification complexity