High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) Strip from Germany
Narrow strips of high impact polystyrene (HIPS), a modified styrene polymer, used in model making and crafts. It qualifies for HTS 3920.30.00.00 as noncellular, unsupported styrene polymer strips. Chemical modification keeps it under styrene per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document HIPS as polystyrene derivative with lab reports to affirm styrene polymer status
• Measure dimensions accurately; strips under 0.2mm may be considered foil