Melamine Formaldehyde Tableware Sheets from Japan
Noncellular sheets made from melamine formaldehyde amino-resin, used for manufacturing durable plastic plates and bowls for household tableware. These sheets are not reinforced or laminated and qualify under HTS 3920.93.00.00 due to their amino-resin composition meeting the 95% monomer content rule. They provide heat resistance and scratch-proof surfaces ideal for kitchenware production.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify polymer composition via lab testing to confirm 95% amino-resin monomer content per subheading notes
• Provide certificates of analysis for customs to avoid reclassification
• Watch for common pitfalls like undeclared reinforcements that shift to other subheadings