Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate Copolymer (EVA) Pellets
Granular EVA copolymer pellets used in hot-melt adhesives and shoe soles, containing at least 95% combined ethylene and vinyl acetate monomer units by weight. Classified under HTS 3905.91.5000 as a copolymer of vinyl acetate not specifically covered elsewhere in the vinyl polymers series. Primary form for further processing into finished products.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5.3% | +35.0% | 40.3% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5.3% | +10.0% | 15.3% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | 5.3% | +10.0% | 15.3% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5.3% | +10.0% | 15.3% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5.3% | +10.0% | 15.3% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If ethylene monomer predominates >95% without significant vinyl acetate
Pure polyethylene (high ethylene content) falls under 3901.10; subheading notes require predominant monomer classification.
If primarily polyvinyl acetate with minor comonomers
Vinyl acetate-based polymers with ≥95% VAM units classify under 3905.31, per note (a)(1) prefix rule.
If for ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers where ethylene-vinyl acetate units <95% total
Named copolymers in 3901.40 require ≥95% comonomer contribution; otherwise, defaults to predominant monomer heading.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify monomer composition via lab testing to confirm ≥95% ethylene/vinyl acetate content for proper classification under subheading note (a)(2)
• Provide supplier certificates of analysis (COA) showing primary form (pellets/resin) to avoid misclassification as finished articles
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