PVAc Dispersion for Paints from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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