High-Lead Content Acrylic Gamma Shielding Film from China
Thin, transparent film of acrylic polymers loaded with 30%+ lead, used in nuclear facilities for gamma ray barriers. Meets subheading criteria for non-reinforced acrylic sheeting under HTS 3920.59.4000 due to polymer composition and lead percentage.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide polymer analysis per Chapter 39 notes showing acrylic monomer ≥95% of plastic content
• Label shipments clearly as 'radiation shielding sheeting' to prevent confusion with packaging film
• Comply with TSCA import requirements for lead-added plastics, including prior notice