Cellular PU-Polyester Insulation Panel from Germany
Flexible sheets of cellular polyurethane foam laminated with polyester non-woven fabric, over 70% plastics by weight, used for building insulation. Man-made polyester fibers dominate the textile layer. Classified in HTS 3921.13.1100 for its foam-plastic majority and synthetic textile combination.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Conduct weight analysis to document >70% plastics and polyester predominance in textiles
• Include manufacturer specs on foam density and lamination process for smooth clearance
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring as rigid foam, which falls under different subheadings