Paper Coating Vinyl Acetate Emulsion from China
High-solids aqueous dispersion of poly(vinyl acetate) for paper and board coating applications, with 96% polymer content by weight. HTS 3905.12.00.00 applies as it matches the specific aqueous dispersion subheading for PVAc. Improves printability and water resistance.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
Import Tips
• Provide gloss/sheen test results; matte vs gloss affects end-use declarations
• Ensure biocides <0.1% to avoid pesticide registration requirements