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Cast Phenolic Foil for Tooling

Ultra-thin (film/foil thickness) cast phenolic resin sheets for precision tooling and shims. Noncellular and unsupported, classified under HTS 3920.94.00.00 for phenolic foils.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China5.8%+35.0%40.8%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico5.8%+10.0%15.8%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada5.8%+10.0%15.8%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany5.8%+10.0%15.8%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan5.8%+10.0%15.8%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3920Same rate: 40.8%

If vinyl chloride polymer

Different base polymer series in 'other plastics' subheadings.

3921.90.19Lower: 40.3% vs 40.8%

If flexible reinforced strips

Supported or laminated foils move to flexible plastic plates heading.

8207.90Lower: 13.7% vs 40.8%

If precision-machined shims

Finished tooling accessories classify as interchangeable tools.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Document casting process to prove noncellular, continuous film structure

β€’ Thickness <0.15mm typically qualifies as 'foil'; measure precisely

β€’ Avoid metal coating which shifts to metallized plastics (3920.10-3920.20)