Urea-Formaldehyde Resin Powder from Japan
Thermosetting urea-formaldehyde resin powder in primary form for particleboard adhesives and molded products. Falls under 3911.90.91.50 as a thermosetting product NES, compliant with polymer classification rules based on predominant monomer weight.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include formaldehyde emission test reports to meet EPA TSCA compliance for wood product resins
• Label clearly as 'primary form' to prevent confusion with compounded ready-to-use adhesives under 3504
• Check for chemical modification; if significantly modified, may shift to 'Other' per subheading note (a)(3)