Vinyl Acetate-Vinyl Chloride Copolymer Resin from Japan
This copolymer resin contains over 50% vinyl acetate derivatives by weight, used primarily in adhesives and coatings. It falls under HTS 3905.91.10.00 as a primary form polymer meeting the subheading note for copolymers where vinyl acetate derivatives predominate. Supplied as granules or powder for industrial processing.
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
• Verify monomer composition via lab testing to confirm 50%+ vinyl acetate derivatives per subheading note (a)(2)
• Provide supplier certificates of analysis documenting weight percentages to avoid reclassification during customs exam