Phenolic Thermosetting Resin Pellets from China
Pellets of phenolic resin, a thermosetting polymer containing aromatic monomer units derived from phenol and formaldehyde, supplied in primary form for molding applications. Classified under HTS 3911.90.4500 as a thermosetting product specified in note 3, not elsewhere included, with aromatic components. Used in electrical insulators and automotive parts due to heat resistance.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify 95%+ aromatic monomer content per chapter notes to avoid reclassification to generic polymers
• Provide certificates of analysis confirming thermosetting nature and primary form (pellets/prills)