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Vinyl Acetate Homopolymer Powder from Mexico

Dried powder form of poly(vinyl acetate) homopolymer, containing over 95% vinyl acetate units, used in hot-melt adhesives and as a raw material for coatings. Classified under 3905.19.00.00 for other poly(vinyl acetate) in primary forms, excluding latices or specific copolymers.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

14%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Provide FTIR or NMR test reports confirming >95% vinyl acetate content to comply with polymer classification rules

• Avoid shipping in compounded form to prevent duties under 3506

• Watch for moisture content affecting 'primary form' status