Melamine-Formaldehyde Resin from Japan
Melamine-formaldehyde resin is a thermosetting amino-resin produced by the reaction of melamine with formaldehyde, containing over 95% by weight of these monomer units. It is supplied in primary form as granules or powder for molding into tableware and laminates. Classified under HTS 3909.39.00.00 as 'Other' amino-resins not specifically named elsewhere in the series.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify monomer content exceeds 95% melamine/formaldehyde units via lab testing to confirm classification; provide technical data sheets on production process; watch for misclassification as urea-formaldehyde under 3909.10