Vinyl Acetate-Butyl Acrylate Emulsion Polymer Dry
Dried redispersible powder from a vinyl acetate-butyl acrylate (VA-BA) emulsion copolymer with 55% vinyl acetate, used for tile adhesives. This product is a vinyl acetate copolymer where vinyl acetate is predominant but below 95%, classifying it as 'Other' under this tariff item. The powder is in primary form and is not a pure poly(vinyl acetate).
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 butyl acrylate units predominate by weight
Acrylic polymers are classified under heading 3906 when acrylate units are predominant.
If the powder is formulated as a ready-to-use adhesive with other ingredients
Prepared adhesives are classified under heading 3506.
Not sure which classification is right?
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the product is in primary form (powder) and not mixed with other ingredients to form a prepared adhesive
• Provide the copolymer composition, including the butyl acrylate percentage, to CBSA for verification
• Be aware that if the powder is blended with fillers or thickeners, it may be classified as a prepared adhesive under heading 3506
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