ETPU Foam Precursor Sheets
Noncellular expanded thermoplastic polyurethane (ETPU) precursor sheets for subsequent steam-chest molding. HTS 3920.99.5000 for these unreinforced TPU sheets before expansion process. Used in athletic footwear manufacturing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| π¨π³China | 5.8% | +35.0% | 40.8% |
| π²π½Mexico | 5.8% | +10.0% | 15.8% |
| π¨π¦Canada | 5.8% | +10.0% | 15.8% |
| π©πͺGermany | 5.8% | +10.0% | 15.8% |
| π―π΅Japan | 5.8% | +10.0% | 15.8% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If after steam chest expansion process
Expanded cellular plastic sheets shift to 3921 cellular plastics heading
If molded into finished shoe midsoles
Foam midsoles classified as completed footwear uppers/parts
If meets synthetic rubber cellular criteria
Highly elastic expanded TPU may qualify as cellular rubber Chapter 40
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Import Tips & Compliance
β’ Clearly mark as 'precursor sheets - not expanded'; provide density specs confirming noncellular status pre-molding
β’ Include steam expansion processing parameters
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