Aromatic Polysulfide Thermoset Pellets

Pellets of aromatic polysulfide resin (type Polysulfide rubber precursor) in thermosetting primary form for seals and gaskets. 3911.90.4500 covers polysulfides with aromatic units per note 3. Excellent chemical and ozone resistance.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China5.8%+35.0%40.8%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico5.8%+10.0%15.8%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada5.8%+10.0%15.8%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany5.8%+10.0%15.8%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan5.8%+10.0%15.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4002.39.00.00Lower: 35% vs 40.8%

If vulcanized as synthetic rubber

Cured polysulfide rubber products classify in Chapter 40.

2930.90Lower: 13.7% vs 40.8%

If organic sulfur compounds < polymer MW

Low molecular weight sulfur derivatives go to Chapter 29.

3926.90.45Lower: 38.5% vs 40.8%

If gasket articles produced

Finished seals/gaskets from polysulfide become 3926 articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Specify sulfur-aromatic linkages in technical data sheets

β€’ Confirm not rubber under 4002 via polymerization state declaration

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