DCPD Petroleum Resin from Mexico
Dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) petroleum resin is a cyclic hydrocarbon polymer from petroleum byproducts, used in printing inks and paints. Classified in HTS 3911.90.91 as 'other' petroleum resin in primary forms, with DCPD monomer >95% by weight per subheading note.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include DCPD purity certificate (>95%) and ring-and-ball softening point (100°C typical)
• Specify primary form (pastilles/prills) to avoid 3921 classification as shapes