Melamine Molding Compound Granules from China
Granular melamine resin in primary form designed for compression molding applications like tableware. Classified under HTS 3909.20.00.00 due to high melamine content meeting the 95% polymer rule in subheading notes. Provides heat resistance and durability in finished products.
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
• Ensure product is in primary form, not pre-molded; check for alpha-cellulose fillers that don't alter polymer classification; declare exact weight percent of melamine units