Vinyl Acetate 99.5% Technical Grade
Technical grade vinyl acetate containing minor impurities (<0.5%) but remains a separate chemically defined organic compound. Falls under HTS 2915.32.00.00 as permitted by Chapter 29 note (a) for compounds with impurities. Key monomer for PVA emulsions.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If total impurities exceed 5% or unidentified components present
High impurity levels disqualify from 'separate chemically defined compound' per Chapter 29 note (a)
If esterified with different alcohol (not vinyl)
Other acetic acid esters classified separately within same heading but different subheading
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide GC-MS analysis confirming >99% purity; declare exact impurity profile on entry; store below 20°C to prevent auto-polymerization during customs hold
Related Products under HTS 2915.32.00.00
Vinyl Acetate Monomer (VAM)
Vinyl acetate monomer is a clear, colorless liquid chemically defined as the ester of acetic acid with vinyl alcohol (CH3COOCH=CH2). It falls under HTS 2915.32.00.00 as a saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acid ester per Chapter 29 note (a). Primarily used as a raw material for polymerization.
Stabilized Vinyl Acetate (0.01% Hydroquinone)
Vinyl acetate with added 0.01% hydroquinone stabilizer to prevent polymerization during storage and transport, still qualifying as the chemically defined compound. Classified under HTS 2915.32.00.00 per Chapter 29 note (f) allowing stabilizers necessary for preservation. Used in polymer production.
Vinyl Acetate with MEHQ Inhibitor
Vinyl acetate polymerized inhibitor containing 4-10 ppm monomethyl ether hydroquinone (MEHQ) for extended shelf life. Qualifies under HTS 2915.32.00.00 via Chapter 29 note (f) as stabilizer-added compound. Standard specification for industrial monomer supply.
Pharma Grade Vinyl Acetate (99.9% Pure)
High purity vinyl acetate meeting pharmaceutical intermediate standards with <0.1% impurities. Classified as chemically defined ester under HTS 2915.32.00.00 per Chapter 29 scope. Used in synthesis of pharmaceutical polymers.
Vinyl Acetate in 1% Methanol Solution
Vinyl acetate dissolved in 1% methanol as transport stabilizer, qualifying under HTS 2915.32.00.00 per Chapter 29 note (e) for safety/transport solvents. Prevents gelling during shipping; methanol evaporates post-delivery.
Industrial Vinyl Acetate Bulk (Stabilized)
Bulk vinyl acetate monomer with industry-standard polymerization inhibitor for large-scale emulsion polymer production. Meets HTS 2915.32.00.00 as pure chemically defined ester with transport stabilizer per Chapter 29 note (f).