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Melamine Crosslinking Agent Resin from Japan

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 — 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

• Specify alkoxy functionality level; provide reactivity data; distinguish from amino resins in paint vehicles under Chapter 32