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%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 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