3905.29.00.00/EVA Copolymer for Footwear Foam Grades/Japan

EVA Copolymer for Footwear Foam Grades from Japan

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.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

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Import Tips

• 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