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Textile Binder PVAc Dispersion

An aqueous emulsion of polyvinyl acetate specifically formulated as a binder for non-woven textiles and carpets, meeting 95%+ PVAc content. The product is a primary form of poly(vinyl acetate) in aqueous dispersion. It falls under tariff item 3905.12.00 as it is a poly(vinyl acetate) in aqueous dispersion.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited StatesFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

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3905.29.00Same rate: Free

If the product is not in aqueous dispersion but in another primary form.

Tariff item 3905.29.00 covers other poly(vinyl acetate) primary forms, excluding aqueous dispersions.

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β€’ Confirm the product is not a textile article, which would fall under Section XI

β€’ Provide a certificate of analysis for the polymer content

β€’ Ensure the product is in aqueous dispersion form for customs

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Bookbinding PVAc Dispersion

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Carpet Backing Latex

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Cigarette Side Seam Gum PVAc

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