Cellular PU-Polyester Insulation Panel from Japan
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 — 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
• 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