Polysulfone Granules

Polysulfone (PSU) thermoplastic resin in granule primary form, a polymer specified in heading 3911 note 3 with monomer units exceeding 95% by weight. Falls under 3911.90.91.10 as other thermoplastic not elsewhere specified, valued for heat resistance in medical and filtration applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+25.0%31.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%6.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%6.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%6.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%6.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

3911.90Same rate: 31.5%

If in liquid, solution, or dispersion form

Primary forms in non-solid states classify separately under 3911.90.55, outside solid thermoplastic pellets.

3904.10.00Higher: 41.5% vs 31.5%

If for polyimide variants predominating

If monomer units shift predominance to polyimides, moves to 3904 per note (a)(4) comparison rules.

3920.62.00Higher: 39.2% vs 31.5%

If imported as pre-compounded sheets

Plates/sheets in primary form but non-primary processing state fall under Chapter 39 heading 3920.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit FTIR spectroscopy or GPC analysis confirming polysulfone monomer dominance to comply with polymer classification rules

Label shipments clearly as 'primary form granules' to distinguish from compounded or finished products under 3920

Related Products under HTS 3911.90.91.10

Coumarone-Indene Resin Flakes

Coumarone-indene resins in thermoplastic flake form, primary products under heading 3911 as specified in note 3. Classified in 3911.90.91.10 for other thermoplastics not elsewhere included, used as tackifiers in adhesives and tires.

Liquid Polysulfone Concentrate

Low-viscosity thermoplastic polysulfone in concentrated solution primary form, but solid-adjusted for 3911.90.91.10 as other thermoplastic per notes. Used in specialty coatings.

Polyetherimide Resin Pellets

Polyetherimide (PEI) is a high-performance thermoplastic polymer in primary pellet form, derived from specific monomers meeting the 95% weight requirement under subheading notes. Classified under 3911.90.91.10 as a thermoplastic product specified in note 3, not elsewhere specified, due to its amorphous structure and engineering properties. Used in demanding applications like aerospace components.

Polyterpene Thermoplastic Pellets

Synthetic polyterpene resins in thermoplastic pellet primary form, covered under 3911 note 3 products. 3911.90.91.10 applies as other thermoplastic, ideal for hot-melt adhesives with high tack.

Thermoplastic Polysulfide Resin Powder

Polysulfide polymers in thermoplastic powder primary form, note 3 products of heading 3911. Under 3911.90.91.10 as other thermoplastics, used in sealants and fuel-resistant coatings.

High-Tack Petroleum Resin Beads

Hydrogenated C9 petroleum resins in thermoplastic bead form, primary under 3911 note 3. 3911.90.91.10 for other thermoplastics, applied in pressure-sensitive adhesives.