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Polybutylene Ether Pellets

Polybutylene ether pellets are aliphatic polyethers derived from 1,4-butanediol, classified in HTS 3907.29.00.00 as other polyethers with >95% ether content by weight in primary form. Used in hot-melt adhesives and flexible tubing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3907.70.00.00Lower: 31.5% vs 41.5%

If alkyd polyester blend

Predominant polyester monomer directs to specific polyester subheadings.

3901.30Lower: 15.3% vs 41.5%

If ethylene copolymer <95% pure

Subheading note (a)(2) covers copolymers only if named comonomers >=95%.

3910.00.00.00Lower: 38% vs 41.5%

If for silicone-modified ether

Silicones form separate heading regardless of blend proportions.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify no plasticizer additives; 3920.43 notes impact classification if present

Declare melt flow index to confirm processability as primary thermoplastic

Separate from polyester PBT; ether vs ester distinction critical via spectroscopy

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