Polyamide-12 Granules

Polyamide-12 resin granules, made from laurolactam with ≥95% single monomer unit, fall under HTS 3908.90.70.00 as other polyamides in primary forms. Ideal for 3D printing filament and flexible tubing due to low density.

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.

3908.90Same rate: 41.5%

If chemically modified polyamide

Chemically modified polymers go to 'Other' subheading 3908.90.55 per subheading note (a)(3).

3911.90Lower: 16.5% vs 41.5%

If petroleum sulfonate modified

Modified with petroleum oils/sulfonates classifies under 3911.90 per specific provisions.

3921.90Lower: 14.8% vs 41.5%

If processed into finished articles ≤38.1x45.7cm

Small finished plastic articles fall under 3921.90 with special Free (B) rate per US note.

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

Submit manufacturer's spec sheets confirming ≥95% monomer purity to Customs for binding ruling

Label shipments clearly as 'primary form polyamide-12' to distinguish from finished articles

Watch for contamination; even minor additives may reclassify under 3908.90.55 as chemically modified