Total Corbion PLA 3052D Injection Molding Resin from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, 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