Styrene-Modified Petroleum Resin SM-120 from Japan
Thermoplastic petroleum resin copolymerized with styrene, deriving >95% aromatic content from petroleum and styrene monomers. HTS 3911.90.25.00 for such other aromatic thermoplastics in primary forms.
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
• Document copolymer ratio proving aromatic predominance per note (a)(2)
• Declare as primary granules, not adhesive compounds
• Common issue: undervaluation in adhesive trade names