Expanded PVC Sheet for Model Building from China
Lightweight cellular PVC foam sheets cut to standard sizes for hobbyists and architects creating scale models. Classified in 3921.12.5000 as other cellular sheets of vinyl chloride polymers due to foam structure from gas expansion during polymerization. Provides easy cutting and painting surface.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include technical data sheets confirming closed-cell foam structure and PVC monomer content >95%
• Label shipments clearly as 'cellular PVC sheets' to prevent confusion with rigid boards
• For small sizes ≤38.1cm x 45.7cm, note potential Free (B) treatment under heading 3921 US note