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Synthomer Plextol VA Chloride-Ethylene Terpolymer Dispersion from Japan

Synthomer Plextol VA is a stable aqueous dispersion of vinyl acetate-vinyl chloride-ethylene terpolymer, <50% vinyl acetate derivatives, excluding aromatic monomers. Used in nonwoven binders and textiles. Classified in HTS 3904.30.20.00 following polymer classification hierarchy for specific comonomers.

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

• Submit FTIR or NMR analysis for monomer verification

• Ensure dispersion is primary form, not coated fabric

• Common issue: incorrect heading if ethylene content misreported