Nylon 6,6 Packaging Film from Japan
Thin, noncellular film made from polyamide-6,6 (Nylon 6,6) used for vacuum packaging food products like meats and cheeses. It falls under HTS 3920.92.00.00 as it is a plate, sheet, film, or strip of polyamides, noncellular and not reinforced or combined with other materials. The monomer units of hexamethylenediamine and adipic acid contribute over 95% by weight, meeting the chapter note for specific polymer classification.
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
• Verify polymer composition via lab testing to confirm 95%+ polyamide content per subheading note (a)(1) to avoid reclassification to 'Other' plastics
• Provide manufacturer's specification sheet declaring it as non-reinforced polyamide film, not laminated or supported