High Viscosity PVA 0588 Powder from Japan
PVA 0588 is a low-hydrolysis (88%), high-viscosity grade used in emulsifiers and binders, containing unhydrolyzed acetate groups as per specification. Delivered in primary powder form for dissolution in water-based systems. Falls under HTS 3905.30.00.00 for poly(vinyl alcohol) variants.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include viscosity and molecular weight data in entry docs to distinguish from other vinyl polymers
• Ensure container markings specify 'primary polymer form - not for direct retail'
• Common issue: misdeclaration as finished coating leading to 3209 classification