EVA 18-3 Copolymer Pellets from Germany
EVA 18-3 is a low vinyl acetate (18%) ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer in granular primary form, used for extrusion into films and foams. Classified under HTS 3901.30.60.00 as it meets the 95% comonomer content requirement for ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers in the 'Other' subheading. Ideal for packaging and footwear applications.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include technical data sheets showing exact ethylene/vinyl acetate ratios; importers often face audits without this
• Ensure pellets are in primary form without additives exceeding classification thresholds
• Label shipments clearly as 'EVA Copolymer - Primary Form' to aid CBP review