Industrial PVA B-15 Emulsion Base from Canada
PVA B-15 is a medium-hydrolysis grade (approx. 88%) for emulsion paints and adhesives, with unhydrolyzed acetate groups retained. Supplied as dry powder in primary form for factory compounding. Classified in HTS 3905.30.00.00 per the heading's inclusive definition.
Duty Rate — Canada → 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
• Certify as 'virgin primary polymer' with no pre-added plasticizers to avoid 3920.43 issues
• Use proper HAZMAT if moisture-sensitive
• Avoid declaring as 'paint binder' to prevent 3209/3210 shifts