PVC Square Monofilament Stock from Japan
Square-cross-section monofilament exceeding 1 mm per side, made purely from PVC polymers, used as stock for weaving or reinforcement in composites. HTS 3916.20.00 applies as it is a monofilament of vinyl chloride polymers, surface-worked (e.g., smoothed) but not twisted or braided. Polymer composition adheres to 95% monomer rule.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify cross-section exceeds 1 mm on all invoice lines; provide density specs confirming solid PVC
• Avoid packing with finer filaments to prevent commingling issues
• Common error: classifying as textile yarn if later woven