Melamine-Urea-Formaldehyde (MUF) Copolymer Resin from Mexico
A copolymer resin where urea-formaldehyde units predominate over 95% by weight, used in laminated wood panels and molding compounds. Classified under HTS 3909.10.00.00 due to the predominant urea resin content per subheading note (a)(4). It offers enhanced moisture resistance compared to pure urea-formaldehyde.
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
• Submit copolymer composition certificates showing urea units >95% predominance; watch for anti-dumping duties on certain Asian suppliers; store in cool, dry conditions to prevent premature curing during transit