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%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
• 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