Purolite C100 Cation Exchange Resin
Purolite C100 is a strong acid cation exchange resin based on polystyrene-divinylbenzene copolymer (from heading 3903), in primary bead form, used for water softening by exchanging calcium and magnesium ions. It falls under HTS 3914.00.60.00 as an ion-exchanger derived from polymers of headings 3901-3913, classified as 'Other' since it's not specifically named elsewhere. The polymer meets the 95% monomer content rule for polystyrene.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If sold as non-functionalized polystyrene beads without ion-exchange groups
Lacks ion-exchange functionality, classifying as polystyrene homopolymer in primary forms under heading 3903 rather than Chapter 39 ion-exchangers.
If for industrial water treatment equipment installation
If imported pre-installed in a softening unit, it becomes a part of machinery under heading 8421, not primary form ion-exchanger.
If pre-mixed with chemical regenerants as a prepared chemical
Prepared ion-exchange solutions or slurries fall under heading 3824 for chemical preparations, not primary polymer forms.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify polymer composition documentation to confirm it derives from headings 3901-3913 and meets 95% monomer threshold; obtain supplier certificates for ion-exchange capacity
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as unfinished polymer under 3903 if not functionalized for ion-exchange
• Ensure MSDS for hazardous material handling during customs
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