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Polyterpene Thermoplastic Pellets from Japan

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.

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

• Provide GC-MS analysis showing terpene monomer >95% to meet poly prefix rule

• Declare as 'primary pellets' not for retail to avoid 3924 household misclassification