Vinyl Acetate-Acrylic Copolymer Emulsion Resin from Japan
Water-based emulsion of vinyl acetate-acrylic copolymer in primary form for paints and adhesives, with vinyl acetate as the predominant monomer. Fits HTS 3905.91.5000 as 'other' copolymers of vinyl esters not meeting specific named subheadings. Used in industrial coatings requiring flexibility.
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
• Submit detailed polymer specs confirming vinyl acetate predominance per subheading note (a)(4) to prevent shift to acrylic headings
• Emulsions qualify as primary forms if not further processed; include stability data in entry docs