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HS HEADING 3903

Polymers of styrene, in primary forms

In plain English

This heading covers polymers of styrene that are in primary forms. The goods are divided based on their specific composition, including expansible polystyrene, other styrene polymers, styrene-acrylonitrile copolymers, and acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene copolymers. Any styrene polymers in primary forms not listed in those specific categories fall into the remaining category.

PARAPHRASE OF THE OFFICIAL HS 2022 TEXTS BELOW — NOT LEGAL ADVICE

6-digit subheadings (5)

Official HS 2022 subheading texts. National tariff schedules subdivide these further (8-10 digit lines) and set the actual duty rates.

3903.11

Styrene polymers; expansible polystyrene, in primary forms

3903.19

Styrene polymers; (other than expansible polystyrene), in primary forms

3903.20

Styrene polymers; styrene-acrylonitrile (SAN) copolymers, in primary forms

3903.30

Styrene polymers; acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) copolymers, in primary forms

3903.90

Styrene polymers; in primary forms, n.e.c. in heading no. 3903

Chapter 39 classification notes

Generally low duty rates (0-6.5%). Anti-dumping duties may apply on specific products from certain origins. Environmental surcharges and plastic taxes emerging in EU and UK.

Frequent misclassification in this chapter

Composite articles (e.g., plastic with textile lining) — classify by the material giving essential character. Silicone products are often misclassified here but belong in Chapter 39.

Classification certainty

The 6-digit level shown here is the internationally harmonised layer. Duty rates attach to national 8-10 digit tariff lines, which differ by country — use the duty calculator for lane estimates. For binding certainty, request a ruling from the destination customs authority.

Binding tariff ruling database

Other headings in Chapter 39

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