Vinyl Chloride-Maleic Anhydride Copolymer Powder from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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