Melamine Crosslinking Agent Resin from China
Hexamethoxymethylmelamine resin used as crosslinking agent in coatings, 95%+ melamine-derived units. Primary form classification under HTS 3909.20.00.00 follows subheading modification rules. Essential for baking enamels.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Specify alkoxy functionality level; provide reactivity data; distinguish from amino resins in paint vehicles under Chapter 32