Polyvinyl Alcohol Resin from Mexico
Polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH) is a water-soluble synthetic polymer derived from polyvinyl acetate through hydrolysis, classified under HTS 3905.99.8000 as a chemically modified 'other' vinyl polymer in primary form (granules or powder). It meets the subheading note criteria for chemically modified polymers not specifically covered elsewhere.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide detailed chemical analysis or supplier certification confirming hydrolysis from polyvinyl acetate and monomer predominance per subheading note (a)(3)
• Ensure primary form (granules/powder, not solution); dissolved PVOH may classify under 3906 as acrylic polymers