Resol Phenolic Resin from Germany
Resol phenolic resin is a liquid or semi-solid thermosetting resin formed by base-catalyzed reaction of phenol and formaldehyde, self-curing upon heating. Classified under HTS 3909.40.00.00 as it is a primary form phenolic resin used in laminates and coatings. Its high reactivity suits adhesives and foundry applications.
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
• Confirm dry weight basis shows phenol-formaldehyde units exceed 95% per Chapter 39 notes
• Include technical data sheets proving it's uncompounded primary resin
• Avoid misdeclaration as liquid prepolymer which could trigger mixture headings