Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate (EVA) Copolymer Pellets from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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