Vinyl Acetate-Acrylate Copolymer Resin from Japan
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.
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
• 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