Metallic Polyethylene Spangles from Japan
Metallized polyethylene film cut into spangle shapes for party decorations and apparel trim. As unstrung plastic articles, they fit 3926.90.35.00 under 'other' beads, bugles, and spangles.
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
• Certify polyethylene content >95% by weight to avoid copolymer reclassification
• Prevent clumping in shipment; loose form is key to this subheading
• Distinguish from foil if metal layer predominates, potentially shifting to Chapter 83