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PVC Square Monofilament Stock from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

15.8%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, 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