Polymer Emulsion Thickener

Acrylic copolymer emulsion used to increase viscosity in paints and coatings. Under 3824.99.93 as unspecified chemical preparation for allied industries. Provides shear-thinning rheology for application.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina5%+35.0%40%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico5%+10.0%15%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada5%+10.0%15%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany5%+10.0%15%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan5%+10.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3906.90.50.00Lower: 29.2% vs 40%

If acrylic polymers in primary form

Polymer emulsions as base materials classify under Chapter 39.

3824.99Same rate: 40%

If radiation absorptive

Functional additives have specific subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Specify end-use in paints to avoid 3906 emulsion classification

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