Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate Copolymer Pellets (18% VA)
> Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer pellets with 18% vinyl acetate content. Since neither ethylene nor vinyl acetate predominates to 95%, the product is classified under heading 39.05 as "Other" vinyl polymers in primary form.
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 ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers are specifically named
Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers are classified under heading 3901 when they meet the criteria.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• > Determine the predominant monomer by weight to confirm classification under 3905.99.00
• Provide the copolymer composition on the commercial invoice
• Be aware that EVA with higher VA content may fall under other subheadings
Related Products under Tariff item 3905.99.00
Electroluminescent PVK Polymer Resin
> Electroluminescent polyvinyl carbazole (PVK) resin in primary form, formulated with adjuvants to enhance solubility for device fabrication. This polymer falls under heading 39.05 as a vinyl polymer in primary forms, specifically classified as "Other" under tariff item 3905.99.00.
High-Purity Poly(9-vinylcarbazole) Flakes
> High-purity poly(9-vinylcarbazole) flakes with a molecular weight suitable for organic electronics. The flakes are in primary form and contain minimal processing aids, meeting the 95% monomer content requirement for classification under heading 39.05 as a vinyl polymer.
Hydrolyzed Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate Copolymer
> Hydrolyzed ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer with pendant hydroxyl groups from partial hydrolysis. This chemically modified polymer is classified under heading 39.05 as "Other" vinyl polymers, per subheading note (a)(3), in primary powder form.
Industrial Polyvinyl Carbazole Powder
> Industrial polyvinyl carbazole powder with stabilizers, used in photoreceptor production. The powder is in primary form and the stabilizers are present in small amounts (less than 1% by weight), which does not alter the classification under heading 39.05.
Photoconductive PVCz Polymer Granules
> Photoconductive polyvinyl carbazole granules with light-sensitive adjuvants for electrophotographic applications. The granules are in primary form and the adjuvants are present in small amounts, keeping the product within heading 39.05 as a vinyl polymer.
Polyvinyl Alcohol Resin
> Polyvinyl alcohol resin in granular form, derived from polyvinyl acetate through hydrolysis. This chemically modified vinyl polymer is classified under heading 39.05 as "Other" vinyl polymers in primary form.