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Lucite PMMA Resin Powder

Fine powder form of poly(methyl methacrylate) used in compounding, coatings, and 3D printing filaments. Classified in HTS 3906.10.00.00 as it qualifies as PMMA primary form per the 95% monomer weight provision in subheading notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina6.3%+37.5%43.8%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico6.3%+10.0%16.3%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada6.3%+10.0%16.3%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3906.90Lower: 16.7% vs 43.8%

If chemically modified PMMA powder

Modified polymers go to 'Other' unless specifically covered elsewhere per note (a)(3).

3208.10Lower: 16.2% vs 43.8%

If used as base for paints/varnishes

Polymer-based paints and varnishes classify in Chapter 32, not as primary polymers.

3824.99Lower: 17.5% vs 43.8%

If prepared chemical additives with PMMA

Chemical preparations containing polymers as additives fall under 3824.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Include FTIR or NMR analysis reports proving PMMA structure and monomer dominance

โ€ข Label shipments clearly as 'primary form polymers' to distinguish from finished articles