EVA Copolymer for Footwear Foam Grades
High-foam EVA copolymer beads (28% VA), primary form for injection molding shoe midsoles. Under 3905.29.00.00 as other vinyl acetate copolymers not meeting 95% monomer purity.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4% | +35.0% | 39% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for very low VA content (<5%)
Treats as polyethylene if ethylene overwhelmingly predominates.
If blended and vulcanized into synthetic rubber
Rubber-like processing shifts to Chapter 40.
If significant silicone comonomer added
Silicone-vinyl copolymers fall under 3907 other polymers.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Certify as primary form granules to prevent reclassification as finished footwear components
• Document end-use as industrial raw material to avoid consumer article scrutiny
• Test for exact VA percentage; borderline cases may require CBP ruling
Related Products under HTS 3905.29.00.00
Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate Copolymer (EVA) Pellets
Granular EVA copolymer pellets with 18% vinyl acetate content, used for hot-melt adhesives and foam production. Classified under 3905.29.00.00 as a vinyl acetate copolymer where the vinyl acetate units contribute less than 95% by weight, falling into 'Other' per subheading note (a)(4) based on predominant monomer comparison within the series.
Vinyl Acetate-Acrylate Copolymer Resin
Powdered copolymer resin of vinyl acetate (60%) and acrylate esters, used in paints and adhesives. Falls under 3905.29.00.00 as 'Other' vinyl acetate copolymers since neither monomer reaches 95% and vinyl acetate predominates over other units in the 3905 series.
Vinyl Acetate-Butyl Acrylate Emulsion Polymer Dry
Dried redispersible powder from VA-BA emulsion copolymer (55% VA), for tile adhesives. Primary form under 3905.29.00.00 as other copolymers.
VA-EO Copolymer (Vinyl Acetate-Ethylene Oxide)
Specialty copolymer pellets with 80% VA and ethylene oxide units for water-soluble films. 'Other' under 3905.29.00.00 due to copolymer nature.
High VA Content Copolymer Pellets for Adhesives
Pellets with 92% vinyl acetate and minor acrylates for packaging adhesives. Still 'Other' at 3905.29.00.00 since not pure poly(vinyl acetate).
Vinyl Acetate-Vinyl Chloride Copolymer Powder
Fine powder copolymer with 70% vinyl acetate and 30% vinyl chloride, for flooring and coatings. Classified in 3905.29.00.00 as other vinyl acetate copolymers, with VA predominant but under 95% threshold.