Vinyl Acetate-Acrylic Copolymer Beads
VA-AC copolymer beads (60% vinyl acetate, 40% acrylics) for latex paints, classified HTS 3905.99.8000 as 'other' vinyl polymers with no predominant single monomer meeting 95% threshold. Primary form, not dispersed.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If acrylic monomer predominates
Acrylic-dominant copolymers classify under Chapter 39 acrylic headings.
If ready-mixed paint dispersion
Formulations for painting shift to Chapter 32.
If adhesive binder preparations
Prepared adhesives exceed simple polymer classification.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Lab test reports essential; CBP tests for monomer predominance
• Specify 'beads' vs 'dispersion'—latter may be 3906.90
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