Ethylene Copolymer Scrap from Agricultural Film from Mexico
Scrap from waste agricultural mulch films made primarily from ethylene copolymers like LLDPE, discarded after use. Classified in 3915.10.00.00 as the ethylene monomer units predominate by weight over other comonomers per subheading note (a)(4), ensuring proper placement among ethylene polymers.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide FTIR spectroscopy reports confirming ethylene predominance; declare moisture content to prevent mold during transit; avoid mixing with silage-contaminated waste