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Radel LCP Copolymer Pellets from Japan

Radel LCP copolymer pellets represent advanced thermoplastic liquid crystal aromatic polyester copolymers for medical device housings and connectors. Classified precisely under HTS 3907.99.2000 due to confirmed liquid crystal phase and 95%+ aromatic polyester composition. USP Class VI compliant for biocompatibility.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include biocompatibility test certificates (USP Class VI) with entry docs

• Segregate medical-grade from industrial-grade in same shipment with separate invoices

• Validate supplier COA confirms LCP specification