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Phenolic Resin Tabletop Laminate Base from Japan

Large format phenolic resin sheets used as core material in decorative laminates for countertops. Classified in HTS 3920.94.00.00 before final decorative overlay application.

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

• Distinguish 'base sheet' from finished HPL on invoices to maintain 3920 classification

• Test for formaldehyde emission compliance with TSCA Title VI