PET Battery Separator Film from China
Microporous polyester film used as separators in lithium-ion batteries, classified 3920.69.00.00 if noncellular structure predominates despite porosity. Ensures electrolyte flow and safety.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.7%
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 Gurley air permeability and shutdown temperature data for separator specs
• Confirm non-woven/microcellular vs. true noncellular for 3920 vs. 3921