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Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate Copolymer Pellets (18% VA) from Germany

EVA resin with 18% vinyl acetate content in primary pellet form, classified under HTS 3905.99.8000 as 'other' vinyl polymers since neither ethylene nor vinyl acetate predominates to 95% or meets specific copolymer subheadings. Used in adhesives and films.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Certificate of analysis must show precise comonomer ratios; CBP scrutinizes EVA for Chapter 39 note compliance

• Distinguish from 3901.30 (specific EVA) by confirming <95% total monomers for named copolymer

• Avoid bulk packaging confusion; ensure marked as primary form, not compounded