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EVA Copolymer Powder for Compounding from Japan

Fine powder form of ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer, ethylene >95% by weight, used as base resin for masterbatches. Primary form allows dry blending before processing. Fits 3901.90.55.01 per official subheading notes.

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

• Specify powder particle size (e.g

• 100-300 micron) and confirm no compounding in COA

• Use 'primary polymer powder' terminology to avoid confusion with micronized finished goods

• Test for moisture content; high moisture may trigger reclassification if seen as defective