EVA Copolymer for Hot-Melt Adhesives from Japan
Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer resin in primary prill form, ethylene monomers >95% by weight, optimized for hot-melt adhesive applications. Supplied uncompounded for further processing. Precisely fits HTS 3901.90.55.01 ethylene copolymers subheading.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Attach VA content percentage (<5%) from manufacturer to confirm subheading eligibility
• Specify 'primary form, not compounded' on entry docs to prevent shift to finished adhesive headings
• Check for plasticizer content; per note, plasticizers affect 3920 but not primary polymer classification