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Bookbinding PVAc Dispersion from Japan

Vegetable oil plasticized polyvinyl acetate aqueous emulsion for perfect binding in book manufacturing, 95%+ PVAc. HTS 3905.12.00.00 for primary form classification. Spine and side glue application.

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

• MIL-spec A-A-312 testing proves lay-flat performance for government contracts

• Hot-melt compatibility declaration prevents machine jamming claims

• Declare plasticizer type; vegetable vs phthalate affects REACH compliance