High-Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) Trimmings from Canada
Trimmed edges and parings from HIPS sheet extrusion for refrigerator linings and packaging, consisting of polystyrene modified with polybutadiene but with ≥95% styrene units by weight. Falls under 3915.20.00.00 as styrene polymer scrap per Chapter 39 definitions.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document HIPS formulation to prove styrene predominance; ensure clean, uncontaminated lots for higher value; comply with ISRI scrap specifications for trading