Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Redispersible Powder
Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene (VAE) redispersible powder is a spray-dried copolymer in powder form, used as an additive in dry-mix mortars such as tile adhesives and self-leveling compounds. It is classified under tariff item 3905.91.00 as a copolymer of vinyl acetate in primary forms, since it is a powder and the vinyl acetate monomer unit predominates by weight over ethylene.
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 in aqueous dispersion (emulsion) form rather than powder
Vinyl acetate copolymers in aqueous dispersion are classified under this subheading for primary forms in dispersion.
If ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer has ethylene as the predominant monomer unit
Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers are classified under this heading when ethylene predominates by weight.
If the product is formulated as a ready-to-use mortar additive with non-polymeric substances
Prepared additives for cements, mortars or concretes may fall under this heading if they are not simply polymers in primary forms.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the powder is in primary form (e.g
• powder, granules) and not mixed with other substances that could change its classification
• Provide a laboratory analysis or technical data sheet to the CBSA confirming the copolymer composition and that vinyl acetate predominates by weight
• If the product contains additives like plasticizers or fillers above 1% by weight, it may be considered a composition, affecting the tariff item
Related Products under Tariff item 3905.91.00
Acrylic-Modified Vinyl Acetate Copolymer Flakes
Acrylic-modified vinyl acetate copolymer flakes, chemically modified for adhesives, balancing tack and cohesion. The flakes are in primary form and the vinyl acetate content is modified with acrylic, classifying them as a vinyl acetate copolymer under this item.
Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate Copolymer (EVA) Pellets
Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer pellets used in hot-melt adhesives and shoe soles, containing at least 95% combined ethylene and vinyl acetate monomer units by weight. The pellets are in primary form and the vinyl acetate content is significant, classifying them as a vinyl acetate copolymer.
Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate (EVA) Copolymer Pellets
Ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) copolymer pellets with 60% vinyl acetate content, used for flexible films and foams in applications such as shoe soles and packaging. The high vinyl acetate content makes it a copolymer of vinyl acetate, classified under this tariff item as a primary form.
Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate-Methyl Acrylate Terpolymer Granules
Ethylene-vinyl acetate-methyl acrylate terpolymer granules for flexible films and foams, with vinyl acetate as a key comonomer. The granules are in primary form and the vinyl acetate content is significant, classifying them as a vinyl acetate copolymer.
EVA-Vinyl Alcohol Copolymer Pellets
EVA-vinyl alcohol copolymer pellets, blending ethylene and vinyl acetate hydrolyzed to vinyl alcohol for barrier films. The pellets are in primary form and the vinyl acetate origin is significant, classifying them as a vinyl acetate copolymer.
High VA Content EVA Granules for Wire Insulation
High vinyl acetate content EVA granules with 70% vinyl acetate, used for electrical wire insulation due to flexibility and adhesion properties. The granules are in primary form and meet the copolymer classification for vinyl acetate polymers.