Cigarette Side Seam Gum PVAc

Specialty low-odor polyvinyl acetate aqueous dispersion for cigarette paper side seams, food-grade PVAc. HTS 3905.12.00.00 as primary polymer form. High-speed application.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4%+35.0%39%
🇲🇽Mexico4%+10.0%14%
🇨🇦Canada4%+10.0%14%
🇩🇪Germany4%+10.0%14%
🇯🇵Japan4%+10.0%14%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

2403.91Higher: 360% vs 39%

If applied to cigarette paper

Finished cigarette paper products classify Chapter 24.

3505Lower: 12.9% vs 39%

If with dextrin modifiers

Dextrin adhesives have specific Chapter 35 subheadings.

4813.20.00Lower: 35% vs 39%

If coated/filter paper

Cigarette paper with coatings goes to Chapter 48.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• FDA 21 CFR 176.170 certification for paper contact compliance

• Set speed >2000/min declaration for machinery compatibility

• Ammonia <10 ppm for taste neutrality

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