Acrylic Copolymer Beads for Coatings

Solid beads of acrylic copolymers designed for water-based paints and industrial coatings, meeting the 95% acrylic monomer threshold. Falls under HTS 3906.90.2000 as other acrylic polymers in primary forms. Supplied in 25kg bags for dispersion into liquid formulations.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.3%+35.0%41.3%
🇲🇽Mexico6.3%+10.0%16.3%
🇨🇦Canada6.3%+10.0%16.3%
🇩🇪Germany6.3%+10.0%16.3%
🇯🇵Japan6.3%+10.0%16.3%

Alternative Classifications

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

3906.90Same rate: 41.3%

If not meeting 95% acrylic monomer content

Blends or polymers with other monomers predominating shift to general 'Other' acrylic subheading based on weight rules.

3209.90.00.00Lower: 40.9% vs 41.3%

If imported as paint dispersion rather than dry beads

Finished paints and varnishes, even acrylic-based, classify in Chapter 32 when imported in usable form.

3907.99Lower: 16.5% vs 41.3%

If other polyesters predominate

Subheading note (a)(4) requires classification by the single monomer unit with greatest weight predominance.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include detailed monomer breakdown from manufacturer to prove acrylic predominance per HTS subheading notes

Label shipments clearly as 'primary form polymers' to distinguish from finished paints (Chapter 32)

Watch for REACH compliance if originating from EU; mismatches can trigger reclassification

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Polymethyl Methacrylate Resin Pellets

Transparent thermoplastic pellets made from polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), a pure acrylic polymer where the monomer units contribute over 95% by weight. Classified under HTS 3906.90.2000 as acrylic polymers in primary forms, other than those specifically named elsewhere. Used primarily for injection molding into sheets or parts.

Methyl Methacrylate-Butyl Acrylate Copolymer Powder

Fine powder copolymer of methyl methacrylate and butyl acrylate (95%+ combined acrylic monomers) for adhesives and sealants. Classifies in HTS 3906.90.2000 as other acrylic polymers in primary forms. Particle size controlled for easy dispersion.

N-Butyl Acrylate-Methyl Methacrylate Copolymer Resin

Thermoset acrylic copolymer resin chips from n-butyl acrylate and MMA, >95% acrylic monomers for composite manufacturing. Classified HTS 3906.90.2000 other acrylic polymers primary forms. Low volatiles specification.

Polyacrylic Acid Granules

Granular polyacrylic acid polymer used in superabsorbent materials and water treatment chemicals, qualifying as pure acrylic with >95% monomer content. HTS 3906.90.2000 covers these other acrylic polymers in primary forms. Typically packaged in moisture-proof bags.

Ethyl Acrylate-Methyl Methacrylate Copolymer Pellets

Pelletized copolymer beads from ethyl acrylate and methyl methacrylate monomers (total >95% acrylic), used in medical device coatings. HTS 3906.90.2000 for other acrylic polymers in primary forms. Biocompatible grade available.

Acrylic Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive Polymer Emulsion Solids

Dried polymer solids recovered from acrylic emulsion for pressure-sensitive adhesives, qualifying under 95% acrylic polymer content. HTS 3906.90.2000 as other acrylics in primary forms. Supplied as spray-dried powder.