Mercaptan Polysulfide Elastomer Base M-100 from Japan
Mercaptan Polysulfide Elastomer Base M-100 is a low-viscosity primary resin for two-part sealants. Classified in HTS 3911.90.10.00 for elastomeric polysulfides, with thiol groups enabling crosslinking. Primary form ensures it stays in heading 3911, not as finished rubber.
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
• Require supplier declaration of no fittings/attachments to maintain heading 3917 exclusion note applicability
• Test for polymer purity; impurities >5% may reclassify per predominant monomer rule
• Avoid bulk packaging confusion with retail sets that could invoke 3924 household exclusions