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
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
• 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