Vinyl Acetate Monomer (VAM)
Vinyl acetate monomer is an ester of acetic acid and vinyl alcohol, used primarily in the production of polyvinyl acetate emulsions for adhesives, paints, and coatings. It is classified under tariff item 2915.39.00 as an 'Other' ester of acetic acid, being a separate chemically defined organic compound.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is specifically vinyl acetate, which has its own subheading
Subheading 2915.32 covers vinyl acetate specifically, which is more specific than the 'Other' subheading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Vinyl acetate is a hazardous good; ensure compliance with Transport Canada regulations for shipping
• Declare the CAS number (108-05-4) and purity
• If the product is stabilized with an inhibitor, Chapter note 1(f) permits this without changing classification
Related Products under Tariff item 2915.39.00
Anisyl Acetate
Anisyl acetate (4-methoxybenzyl acetate) contains a methoxyphenyl aromatic ring structure and provides sweet-hawthorn fragrance notes. It is classified under tariff item 2915.39.00 as an 'Other' ester of acetic acid, being a separate chemically defined organic compound.
Benzyl Acetate
Benzyl acetate, the ester of acetic acid and benzyl alcohol, a chemically defined compound used in perfumery and flavorings. It is classified under tariff item 2915.39.00 as an 'Other' ester of acetic acid.
Benzyl Acetate Bulk Drum
Benzyl acetate in industrial bulk drums, a chemically defined ester of acetic acid and benzyl alcohol, used as an odoriferous compound in fragrance compounding. It falls under tariff item 2915.39.00 as an 'Other' ester of acetic acid, not elsewhere specified.
Benzyl Acetate FCC Grade
Benzyl acetate of FCC grade, a pure ester used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages to impart fruity notes. It is classified under tariff item 2915.39.00 as an 'Other' ester of acetic acid, meeting the chapter's definition of a chemically defined compound.
Benzyl Acetate Natural
Natural benzyl acetate derived from jasmine oil, a chemically defined ester used as an odoriferous compound in perfumery. It is classified under tariff item 2915.39.00 as an 'Other' ester of acetic acid, regardless of natural origin.
Benzyl Acetate Perfumery Grade
High-purity benzyl acetate (>99%) for fine fragrance creation, a chemically defined ester of acetic acid. It falls under tariff item 2915.39.00 as an 'Other' ester, used as an odoriferous compound in perfumery.