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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If coated onto finished carpet >33% weight
Textile fabrics coated with polyurethane >33% classify in Chapter 59 impregnated textiles.
If amino-resin predominates
Amino-resins like urea-formaldehyde have specific 3909.30 subheading.
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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