PVC Rigid Welding Rod

Straight PVC rods over 1 mm diameter for plastic welding and repair in fabrication shops. Classified under HTS 3916.20.00.91 as monofilament-like rods of vinyl chloride polymers, not further worked.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.8%+35.0%40.8%
🇲🇽Mexico5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇨🇦Canada5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇩🇪Germany5.8%+10.0%15.8%
🇯🇵Japan5.8%+10.0%15.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3923.10.20.00Lower: 35% vs 40.8%

If articles for conveyance of liquids

If designed for piping systems, shifts from rods to 3923 articles.

5402Lower: 17.5% vs 40.8%

If synthetic monofil ≤1 mm for textiles

Finer diameters enter Chapter 54 as high-tenacity yarns.

3920.99Lower: 15.8% vs 40.8%

If other plastic plates/sheets/rod shapes

If not monofil/profile-specific, defaults to 3920 'other' polymers.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify 'not further worked' status; spooled rods risk textile classification

Include safety data sheets confirming pure PVC without additives triggering 3920