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