Phenol-Formaldehyde Molding Compound Base Resin from Japan
This is the pure phenol-formaldehyde resin used as the base for molding compounds, supplied in primary form before fillers are added. HTS 3909.40.00.00 covers it as phenolic resin, with strict monomer weight rules applied. Essential for producing electrical components and handles.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide chromatograph analysis showing 95%+ phenolic units
• Ensure no fillers present to maintain primary form status
• Pitfall: importing as 'resin powder' mistaken for compounded material