Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate (EVA) Copolymer Pellets from Canada
EVA copolymer pellets contain ethylene monomer units comprising 95% or more by weight, copolymerized with vinyl acetate for flexibility. Used in primary form for adhesives, footwear, and films. Fits 3901.90.55.01 per subheading note (a)(2) for specified ethylene copolymers.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit lab test results proving vinyl acetate comonomer <5% to qualify under this specific ethylene copolymer subheading
• Label shipments clearly as 'primary form pellets' to distinguish from compounded or finished products
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as generic plastic; specify exact copolymer ratio for Customs review