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.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 4% | +37.5% | 41.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 4% | +10.0% | 14% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +12.5% | 12.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If acrylate monomer predominates
Acrylic polymers classify under 3906 if acrylate units exceed vinyl acetate by weight per note (a)(4).
If for polyvinyl alcohol derived from these polymers
Hydrolyzed forms shift to 3905.30 as specific vinyl alcohol polymers.
If supplied as petroleum sulfonate derivative
Chemically modified to sulfonates may fall under 3911 petroleum derivatives.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Submit lab analysis reports proving vinyl acetate as the weight-predominant monomer for 3905 classification
• Label primary forms clearly (pellets/powder) to avoid confusion with compounded articles in Chapter 39 headings
• Check for plasticizer content if applicable, as it affects related subheadings like 3920.43
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.
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.
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.