Polyurethane Carpet Backing Cement

Reactive polyurethane cement for laminating carpet backing to primary tufting fabric in textile mills. Under 3909.50.2000 as primary-form polyurethane cement per chapter polymer classification rules. Roll-applied in manufacturing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.1%+35.0%37.1%
🇲🇽Mexico2.1%+10.0%12.1%
🇨🇦Canada2.1%+10.0%12.1%
🇩🇪Germany2.1%+10.0%12.1%
🇯🇵Japan2.1%+10.0%12.1%

Alternative Classifications

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

5907.00Lower: 10% vs 37.1%

If coated onto finished carpet >33% weight

Textile fabrics coated with polyurethane >33% classify in Chapter 59 impregnated textiles.

3909Same rate: 37.1%

If amino-resin predominates

Amino-resins like urea-formaldehyde have specific 3909.30 subheading.

5705.00.20Higher: 38.3% vs 37.1%

If pre-applied to carpet as machine part

Carpets with integral polyurethane backing classify as floor coverings in Chapter 57.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify flammability per FF1-70 for US market; monomer analysis mandatory

Pitfall: coated carpet under 5907 if >33% coating weight

Bulk tanker approval needed

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