Polyurethane Carpet Backing Cement from Canada
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.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
12.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Certify flammability per FF1-70 for US market; monomer analysis mandatory
• Pitfall: coated carpet under 5907 if >33% coating weight
• Bulk tanker approval needed