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Polystyrene Sign Blank Rods from Japan

Rigid polystyrene rods, 4 mm diameter, used as sign blanks or craft rods, surface-sanded. HTS 3916.90.5000 for other plastic rods meeting cross-section requirement. PS monomer content qualifies under polymer note (a)(1).

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Certify polystyrene ≥95% styrene monomer; store in protective packaging to prevent surface damage affecting classification; declare intended stock use vs finished signs

Polystyrene Sign Blank Rods from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3916.90.50.00