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EVA Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Tubing

Flexible EVA copolymer tubing for medical and packaging applications. 3917.32.00 for unreinforced status, no fittings; classified by ethylene predominance per notes. Soft and translucent.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.1%+35.0%38.1%
🇲🇽Mexico3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇨🇦Canada3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇩🇪Germany3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇯🇵Japan3.1%+10.0%13.1%

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Alternative Classifications

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

3901.30Lower: 15.3% vs 38.1%

If imported as raw EVA pellets, not extruded tubing

Unfinished polymers classify in Chapter 39 primary forms.

3917.21.00Same rate: 38.1%

If high ethylene content qualifying as ethylene polymer

If ethylene >95%, shifts to ethylene polymer specific subheading.

3923.21.00Lower: 38% vs 38.1%

If sachets or bags extruded from same material

Similar material but sack shape goes to plastic containers chapter.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Copolymer ratio documentation critical (note a)(2) applicability)

Vinyl acetate content labeling avoids chemical classification errors

Medical vs packaging end-use affects additional regulations

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