Vinyl Acetate Monomer (VAM)
Vinyl acetate monomer (VAM) is a clear, colorless liquid chemically defined as the ester of acetic acid with vinyl alcohol (CH3COOCH=CH2). It falls under Chapter 29 as a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid ester.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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• Use the correct chemical name and CAS number (108-05-4) on customs declarations
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Electronic Grade Vinyl Acetate (Ultra Pure)
Ultra-pure electronic grade vinyl acetate with sub-ppb metal impurities, used in conductive polymer synthesis. It is a separate chemically defined organic compound (CH3COOCH=CH2) and qualifies under Chapter 29 note 1(a) as an ester of acetic acid.
High Purity Vinyl Acetate for EVA Copolymer
High purity vinyl acetate for EVA copolymer production with water content below 50 ppm. It is a chemically defined ester of acetic acid, meeting Chapter 29 note 1(a), and is not excluded by Chapter 29 note 2.
Industrial Vinyl Acetate Bulk (Stabilized)
Bulk industrial vinyl acetate monomer with a standard polymerization inhibitor for transport stability. The added inhibitor is a stabilizer permitted under Chapter 29 note 1(f), and the product remains a separate chemically defined compound.
Low Aldehyde Vinyl Acetate Specification
Vinyl acetate with acetaldehyde content below 10 ppm for specialty latex applications. It is a chemically defined organic compound with impurities within Chapter 29 note 1(a) tolerance, classifiable as an acetic acid ester.
Pharma Grade Vinyl Acetate (99.9% Pure)
Pharma grade vinyl acetate at 99.9% purity with less than 0.1% impurities, used as an intermediate in pharmaceutical polymer synthesis. It is a separate chemically defined compound under Chapter 29 note 1(a).
Stabilized Vinyl Acetate (0.01% Hydroquinone)
Vinyl acetate with 0.01% hydroquinone added to prevent polymerization during storage and transport. This stabilizer is permitted under Chapter 29 note 1(f), and the product is still a separate chemically defined compound.