Vinyl Chloride-Ethylene Copolymer Granules
Vinyl chloride-ethylene copolymer granules are a granular copolymer where vinyl chloride units predominate over ethylene units. The granules are in primary form and are not specifically named in any other subheading, so they fall under this tariff item as other vinyl chloride copolymers. The product is used for flexible films and packaging.
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 |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If ethylene monomers predominate by weight
The product would then be classified as polyethylene in primary forms.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document the monomer weight ratios to show vinyl chloride predominance
• Ensure the granules are in primary form and not further processed
• Verify that the product does not contain plasticizers or other additives that could affect classification
Related Products under Tariff item 3904.40.00
Functionalized Vinyl Chloride Copolymer Beads
Functionalized vinyl chloride copolymer beads are chemically modified polymers where the main polymer chain remains predominantly vinyl chloride. The functional groups are appendages changed by chemical reaction, so they are classified as the unmodified polymer under Chapter 39 Note 5. They are in primary form (beads) and fall under this tariff item as other vinyl chloride copolymers.
Vinyl Chloride-Acrylic Copolymer Pellets
Vinyl chloride-acrylic copolymer pellets are a copolymer where vinyl chloride monomer units predominate by weight over acrylic units. Since no single comonomer unit contributes 95% or more, it is a copolymer classified under the heading for polymers of the predominant monomer. The pellets are in primary form and fall under this tariff item as other vinyl chloride copolymers.
Vinyl Chloride-Butadiene Copolymer Latex Powder
Vinyl chloride-butadiene copolymer latex powder is a spray-dried powder derived from a latex emulsion, with vinyl chloride as the predominant monomer. The powder is in primary form (powder) and is a copolymer of vinyl chloride and butadiene. It falls under this tariff item as other vinyl chloride copolymers, as it is not specifically named elsewhere.
Vinyl Chloride-Maleic Anhydride Copolymer Powder
Vinyl chloride-maleic anhydride copolymer powder is a fine powder where vinyl chloride units contribute more than 95% by weight. Under subheading note 1(a)(1), the prefix 'poly' for the named polymer requires 95% or more of the monomer units, but this is a copolymer, so it is classified under the subheading for other copolymers. The powder is in primary form and falls under this tariff item.
Vinyl Chloride-Methacrylate Copolymer Granules
Vinyl chloride-methacrylate copolymer granules are granules of a copolymer where vinyl chloride is the predominant monomer. The granules are in primary form and are not specifically named in any other subheading, so they fall under this tariff item as other vinyl chloride copolymers. The product is used in medical device coatings.
Vinyl Chloride-Styrene Copolymer Resin
Vinyl chloride-styrene copolymer resin is a resin where vinyl chloride units predominate by weight over styrene units. The resin is in primary flake form and is not specifically named in any other subheading, so it falls under this tariff item as other vinyl chloride copolymers. The product is used in rigid container linings.