Hydroxy-Terminated Polydimethylsiloxane from China
Hydroxy-terminated PDMS is a reactive silicone fluid used in sealants and adhesives production. It qualifies under HTS 3910.00.00.00 as a primary form silicone per note (a)(3) for chemically modified polymers not more specifically covered.
Duty Rate — China → United States
38%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
Import Tips
• Document hydroxy modification as minor per Chapter 39 notes to stay in 3910; excessive modification risks 'Other' reclassification
• Include viscosity and MW specs in import docs
• Test for purity to avoid blending penalties