PVC Foam Core Insulation Panel from Japan
Cellular PVC sheets used as thermal/acoustic insulation in building walls and machinery enclosures. Falls under HTS 3921.12.5000 as other cellular plates of vinyl chloride polymers, distinguished by uniform foam cell structure providing low thermal conductivity.
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
• Conduct thermal conductivity tests to document insulation properties supporting cellular classification
• Ensure polymer analysis shows vinyl chloride predominates per subheading note (a)(4)
• Avoid bulk packaging that could trigger set classification under different headings