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Industrial PVA B-15 Emulsion Base from Japan

Industrial PVA B-15 Emulsion Base is a medium-hydrolysis (approx. 88%) poly(vinyl alcohol) grade retaining unhydrolysed acetate groups. It is supplied as a dry powder in primary form for use in emulsion paints and adhesives. This product is correctly classified under tariff item 3905.30.00 as poly(vinyl alcohol) in primary form.

Duty Rate — Japan → Canada

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Import Tips

• Confirm the product is in primary form (powder) and not a prepared emulsion or dispersion, which would be classified elsewhere

• Keep records of the hydrolysis degree and acetate content to support the classification

• Check if the product is subject to any Canadian anti-dumping or countervailing measures before importing