Elvax 40L-03 Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate-Vinyl Chloride Terpolymer Resin from China
Elvax 40L-03 is a low-viscosity terpolymer resin composed of ethylene, vinyl acetate (under 50% by weight), and vinyl chloride, excluding aromatic monomers. It is used in hot-melt adhesives and sealants for packaging applications. Classified under HTS 3901.30.20.00 due to its specific terpolymer composition meeting the subheading note criteria for 95%+ comonomer contribution.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
Import Tips
• Verify monomer composition via supplier certificate to confirm <50% vinyl acetate derivatives and no aromatic monomers
• Ensure primary form (pellets/resin) without additives exceeding classification thresholds
• Common pitfall: misclassification as simple EVA copolymer if chloride content overlooked