Styrene-Modified Petroleum Resin SM-120 from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
16.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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