Emulsion PVC Resin E-12 for Flooring from Japan
Emulsion-polymerized PVC homopolymer resin E-12 used in flexible flooring and wall coverings. Falls under 3904.10.00.00 due to its unmixed state with pure vinyl chloride polymer content exceeding 95%. Provides fine particle size for paste processing applications.
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
• Certify emulsion process purity to distinguish from copolymers; common error is confusing with plastisol compounds
• Use dust-free packaging for fine powders to prevent CBP inspection issues
• Test for residual vinyl chloride monomer levels below 1 ppm