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%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include reaction process documentation proving derivation from vinyl acetate polymers
• Primary granules only; PVB sheets classify under 3920.99