ETPU Foam Precursor Sheets from Japan
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.
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
• Clearly mark as 'precursor sheets - not expanded'; provide density specs confirming noncellular status pre-molding
• Include steam expansion processing parameters