Vinyl Acetate-Acrylic Copolymer Beads
> Vinyl acetate-acrylic copolymer beads with 60% vinyl acetate and 40% acrylics. Since no single monomer meets the 95% threshold, 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 acrylic monomers predominate by weight
Acrylic polymers are classified under heading 3906 when acrylic monomers predominate.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• > Determine the predominant monomer by weight to confirm classification
• Provide the copolymer composition on the commercial invoice
• Ensure the beads are in primary form and not dispersed in a medium
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.
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.
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.