Vinyl Versatate Copolymer Pellets

Vinyl ester of versatic acid copolymer (branched C9-C11) with vinyl acetate, classified HTS 3905.99.8000 as other vinyl ester polymers in primary pellet form. Used in weather-resistant coatings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.3%+25.0%30.3%
🇲🇽Mexico5.3%—5.3%
🇨🇦Canada5.3%—5.3%
🇩🇪Germany5.3%—5.3%
🇯🇵Japan5.3%—5.3%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3905.21.00.00Higher: 39% vs 30.3%

If specific vinyl ester named

Common versatate esters may have dedicated subheadings.

3909.40.00.00Higher: 41.5% vs 30.3%

If higher acrylic modification

Acrylic grafting shifts classification.

2915.90.18Lower: 29.2% vs 30.3%

If versatic acid monomer impurity

High monomer content may classify as organic chemical.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Versatic acid verification via GC-MS analysis often requested

• Coatings grade; specify film-forming properties

• Primary form only; emulsions are 3906

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