Dairen R-336EA Carpet Backing Binder from Canada
Dairen R-336EA is a vinyl acetate copolymer aqueous dispersion specifically formulated for tufted carpet backing impregnation and lamination. It qualifies for HTS 3905.21.00.00 as a primary-form vinyl acetate copolymer dispersion following chapter note (a)(2) provisions.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.93, articles the product of Canada, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Supplier specs must detail aqueous dispersion characteristics and copolymer composition for customs review
• Prevent misclassification as finished carpet (5702/5703) by proving it's the raw polymer binder
• Test for film-forming properties that distinguish it from latex in 4002