Aliphatic C5/C9 Copolymer Petroleum Resin from Japan
This copolymer resin combines C5 aliphatic and C9 aromatic petroleum streams, with C5 predominating by weight. Per subheading note (a)(4), it classifies in 3911.10.00.00 as petroleum resin in primary form, suitable for EVA-based adhesives.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Submit monomer weight analysis showing C5 predominance; verify glass transition temp; common issue is incorrect copolymer naming leading to 3902 classification