High-Lead Content Acrylic Gamma Shielding Film from Japan

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 — Japan → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

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

High-Lead Content Acrylic Gamma Shielding Film from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 3920.59.40.00