Elastomeric Polyurethane for Footwear Sole Resin

Primary form elastomeric polyurethane resin pellets for reaction injection molding of flexible shoe soles. High rebound elastomeric properties with 97% polyurethane monomer content qualify it precisely under 3909.50.10.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6402.99.31Lower: 16% vs 35%

If molded into rubber/plastic soles

Finished footwear parts move to Chapter 64, regardless of material origin.

3909.50.50.00Higher: 41.3% vs 35%

If microcellular non-elastomer PU foam

Foamed but non-rubber-like PU for soles goes to 'Other'.

4002.20.00.00Same rate: 35%

If pre-vulcanized elastomer

Synthetic rubber classification applies post-vulcanization.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify two-component system components separately if imported unreacted

Finished molded soles classify under 6402.99+, not as primary resin

Provide reaction profiles confirming elastomeric end properties

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