Interpolymer VX550F Terpolymer for Footwear Soles from China
VX550F is a specialty terpolymer of vinyl acetate (<50%), vinyl chloride, and ethylene in granular form for compounding into shoe soling and conveyor belts. Meets HTS 3901.30.20.00 with exact monomer limits and no aromatic derivation. Enhances abrasion resistance in rubber blends.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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
• Ensure granules are uncompounded primary polymer; document for end-use in plastics/rubber
• Avoid misdeclaring as masterbatch
• Issue: high VC content may trigger 3904 scrutiny