Flexible Polyester Release Film from Japan
Silicone-coated flexible unsaturated polyester film used as release liner in adhesive tape manufacturing. HTS 3920.63.10.00 applies to the base flexible, noncellular unsaturated polyester sheet, with coating not constituting reinforcement per notes. Essential for composite molding and pressure-sensitive applications.
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
• Document that surface treatments (e.g
• silicone) do not qualify as 'lamination' or 'support' under heading terms
• Test for flexibility per ASTM standards if questioned by customs to confirm subheading placement