Melamine-Formaldehyde Resin from Mexico
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 — 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
• 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