Modified Petroleum Thermoset Resin Lumps from Japan
Lumps of C9 petroleum resin modified with aromatic monomers to thermosetting form for tire cord adhesives. HTS 3911.90.4500 for petroleum resins containing aromatic units, primary lumps. Improves rubber-to-fabric bonding.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• GC-MS analysis required to prove aromatic monomer >95% contribution
• Distinguish from hydrocarbon resins in 3911.10 via curing test results