PVAc Dispersion for Paints from Canada
Aqueous dispersion of poly(vinyl acetate) homopolymer (>95% vinyl acetate), supplied in primary form for dilution into architectural paints and plasters. HTS 3905.19.00.00 covers this as 'other' polyvinyl acetate, separate from finished paint products.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include bill of materials showing no pigments/additives exceeding trace levels to maintain primary form status
• Label clearly as 'polymer dispersion not paint' to avoid 3209/3208 misclassification
• Pitfall: high solids content may trigger 'compounded' scrutiny