Lead-Loaded Acrylic X-Ray Shielding Sheet from China
Transparent acrylic sheeting with 30% or more lead by weight, designed for radiation protection in medical and industrial settings. It allows visibility while blocking X-rays and gamma rays, classified under HTS 3920.59.4000 due to its acrylic polymer base and high lead content meeting the transparency and composition requirements.
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
• Verify lead content certification from manufacturer to confirm ≥30% by weight for proper classification
• Include material safety data sheets (MSDS) documenting noncellular acrylic polymer and transparency specs
• Avoid misclassification as reinforced plastic by ensuring no laminations or supports are present