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
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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