Dow VLPVC-65 Terpolymer Emulsion for Adhesives from China
Dow VLPVC-65 is a low-VOC emulsion of vinyl acetate-vinyl chloride-ethylene terpolymer (<50% VA derivatives, non-aromatic), designed for pressure-sensitive adhesives. Primary liquid form prior to final formulation. HTS 3904.30.20.00 applies based on predominant monomer rules in subheading notes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document VOC content and exact comonomer weights
• Declare as polymer emulsion, not adhesive
• Avoid bulk packaging misclassification as preparations