Escor 508 EVAC Copolymer Granules from China
Escor 508 is an ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer with 15% VA content, provided as free-flowing granules for compounding. Falls under HTS 3901.30.60.00 as 'Other' EVA copolymers with comonomers at 95%+ by weight. Commonly used in wire insulation and medical tubing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.8%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Use GPC/FTIR test reports to prove polymer structure during entry
• Avoid bulk packaging over 25kg bags if suspecting warehouse issues; use UN-approved for hazmat if applicable
• Train staff on subheading note (a) to differentiate from polyethylene imports