Ductile PVA Adhesive Emulsion
Waterborne polyvinyl acetate dispersion designed for high-ductility wood glues, with PVAc polymer at 98% by weight in aqueous form. Falls under HTS 3905.12.00.00 as primary form poly(vinyl acetate) in aqueous dispersion. Essential for furniture and woodworking industries.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4% | +35.0% | 39% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fully formulated as ready-to-use adhesive
Completed adhesive preparations move from Chapter 39 polymers to Chapter 35.
If in primary forms other than aqueous dispersion
Non-dispersion PVAc (e.g., powder) uses the preceding subheading.
If contains >5% chemical modifiers
Subheading note (a)(3) directs chemically modified polymers to 'Other'.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include MSDS confirming no added plasticizers exceeding subheading 3920.43 definitions to avoid reclassification
• Declare exact particle size distribution; coarse dispersions (>1 micron) may face stability scrutiny
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