EPS Foam Void Fill Sheets from Japan
Expanded polystyrene sheets torn by hand for void filling in shipping cartons. Pure cellular styrene polymer per 3921.11.00.00 classification rules. Biodegradable grade available.
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
• Specify loose-fill precursor sheets to avoid 3923 reclassification
• Volume/weight certificates help
• Pitfall: bulk shipments misdeclared as peanuts