Polyvinyl Butyral Granules from Japan
PVB resin produced by acetalization of polyvinyl alcohol (from vinyl acetate), classified in HTS 3905.99.8000 as chemically modified 'other' vinyl polymer per subheading note (a)(3). Primary form granules used in laminated safety glass interlayers.
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
• Include reaction process documentation proving derivation from vinyl acetate polymers
• Primary granules only; PVB sheets classify under 3920.99