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Liquid Phenolic Resol for Adhesives from Germany

Liquid phenolic resol resin is a primary form polymer for plywood and laminate adhesives, reacting phenol with excess formaldehyde. Classified in HTS 3909.40.00.00 due to its phenolic resin composition meeting Chapter 39 polymer rules. High tack and bonding strength make it ideal for wood industry.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document viscosity and solids content to prove primary resin status

• Comply with TSCA for chemical imports

• Avoid pitfalls of declaring as 'adhesive preparation' under 3506