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Thermoplastic Polyurethane Pellets

TPU pellets in primary form for injection molding of shoe soles. HTS 3909.50.5000 as 'Other' polyurethanes, confirmed by 95%+ polyurethane monomer dominance. High abrasion resistance grade.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.3%+37.5%43.8%
🇲🇽Mexico6.3%+10.0%16.3%
🇨🇦Canada6.3%+10.0%16.3%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3907.61.00Higher: 44% vs 43.8%

If high polyester content

Polyester units predominant shift to polyesters under 3907.

3901.10.10Higher: 44% vs 43.8%

If polyethylene copolymer

PE monomer over 95% or predominant goes to polyethylene subheadings.

3926.90.99Lower: 25.3% vs 43.8%

If compounded with additives over principal weight

Masterbatched pellets with heavy fillers become other plastic articles.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Use melt flow index and DSC analysis to prove thermoplastic polyurethane composition

• Package in moisture-proof bags; declare as 'resin pellets' to avoid parts classification

• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain Asian TPU origins