Vinyl Chloride-Maleic Anhydride Copolymer Powder
Fine powder copolymer of vinyl chloride and maleic anhydride, vinyl chloride >95% by weight, for adhesive formulations. Falls under HTS 3904.40.00.00 as other vinyl chloride copolymers per prefix rule in subheading note (a)(1). Primary form distinguishes from compounded products.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5.3% | +35.0% | 40.3% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5.3% | +10.0% | 15.3% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 5.3% | +10.0% | 15.3% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5.3% | +10.0% | 15.3% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5.3% | +10.0% | 15.3% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If chemically modified as ester derivative
Modified polymers go to 'other' or specific subheadings per note (a)(3).
If maleic anhydride predominant
Predominant monomer dictates heading under note (b)(1).
If for retail-packaged household sealants
Small retail items ≤38.1x45.7cm fall under 3921 per US note.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit monomer weight percentage certification to leverage note (a)(1) for 'poly' designation
• Powder form must be free of additives >2%; otherwise, risks 3824 classification
• Watch for dust hazard labeling requirements under DOT for chemical imports
Related Products under HTS 3904.40.00.00
Vinyl Chloride-Vinyl Acetate Copolymer Resin
This copolymer resin consists of vinyl chloride and vinyl acetate monomers, with vinyl chloride comprising over 95% by weight, used primarily in coatings and adhesives. It falls under HTS 3904.40.00.00 as an 'other vinyl chloride copolymer' in primary form, distinct from specific copolymers like those in 3904.30. Supplied as free-flowing pellets for industrial processing.
Vinyl Chloride-Acrylic Copolymer Pellets
Pelletized copolymer of vinyl chloride and acrylic monomers, with vinyl chloride predominant (>50% by weight over other units), used in paints and sealants. Classified in HTS 3904.40.00.00 as other vinyl chloride copolymers not specifically named elsewhere. Primary form ensures it's not considered a finished article.
Functionalized Vinyl Chloride Copolymer Beads
Beads of vinyl chloride copolymer chemically modified with functional groups, still predominantly vinyl chloride, for specialty coatings. HTS 3904.40.00.00 per note (a)(3) for modified polymers not specifically covered. Primary beads form for downstream processing.
Vinyl Chloride-Styrene Copolymer Resin
Resin copolymer with vinyl chloride > styrene by weight, used in rigid container linings. Fits HTS 3904.40.00.00 as other vinyl chloride copolymer under predominant monomer rule. Supplied in primary flake form.
Vinyl Chloride-Butadiene Copolymer Latex Powder
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Vinyl Chloride-Methacrylate Copolymer Granules
Granules of vinyl chloride copolymerized with methacrylate esters, used in medical device coatings. Classified HTS 3904.40.00.00 as unspecified copolymer with vinyl chloride lead monomer. Primary granules for extrusion.