VAM Homopolymer Pellets from Japan
Pelletized poly(vinyl acetate) homopolymer (>95% VAM content) used as raw material for extrusion in packaging adhesives. Classified in 3905.19.00.00 for other primary form polyvinyl acetate.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide extrusion-grade certification distinguishing from compounded plastics
• Ensure pellets average <5mm to avoid Chapter 39 article confusion
• Pitfall: dusty fines may require hazardous material declaration