Total Corbion PLA 3052D Injection Molding Resin from Germany
PLA 3052D is a high-flow poly(lactic acid) resin designed for injection molding of durable goods, pelletized and confirmed as >95% polylactide content. Falls squarely under HTS 3907.70.00.00 for primary form poly(lactic acid) per chapter polymer classification rules. Used in cutlery, straws, and consumer products.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include melt flow index and monomer analysis in entry docs to confirm primary resin status; watch for anti-dumping if from certain Asian origins; label as 'biodegradable' only if certified to avoid FTC issues