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U.S. imports of polyvinyl acetate in aqueous dispersion (HS 390512) totaled $2.7M in April 2026, traded with 8 countries.
Importers of Polyvinyl Acetate in Aqueous Dispersion paid $18K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 9.6% on $190K in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataPolyvinyl acetate (PVAc) in aqueous dispersion — essentially a water-based emulsion — is a foundational adhesive and binder raw material for the woodworking, paper, and construction industries, where it underpins white glues, laminating adhesives, and paper coatings. Classified under a single US tariff line (3905120000), this form is distinguished from solid or solution-form PVAc by its water-continuous phase, which affects both handling logistics and end-use formulation. Canada leads US import supply, with Mexico also a significant source, making USMCA origin qualification a relevant duty-planning consideration for North American supply chains.
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Heading 390512 covers homopolymers — chains composed solely of vinyl acetate repeat units — while heading 390521 covers copolymers, where vinyl acetate is polymerized with one or more other monomers. The supplier's technical specification or certificate of analysis identifying the polymer composition is the key document for making this distinction at entry.
Customs value is generally assessed on the transaction value of the goods as imported, including the water phase. The gross weight of the dispersion (including water) is typically used for freight and manifest purposes, but the commercial invoice should clearly state the solids content and total weight to avoid valuation disputes. A licensed customs broker can advise on proper documentation.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $2.5M | $63K | -$2.4M |
| MEXICO | $6K | $330K | +$323K |
| COLOMBIA | $164K | -- | -$164K |
| DOMINICAN REPUBLIC | -- | $84K | +$84K |
| COSTA RICA | -- | $56K | +$56K |
Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3905120000 | POLYMERS OF VINYL ACETATE, IN AQUEOUS DISPERSION | $2.7M | 9.57% | $18K |
POLYMERS OF VINYL ACETATE, IN AQUEOUS DISPERSION
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 3905120000 | POLYMERS OF VINYL ACETATE, IN AQUEOUS DISPERSION | $654K |
POLYMERS OF VINYL ACETATE, IN AQUEOUS DISPERSION
278.1K kg
ARTICLES OF PLASTICS, NESOI
HS 392690
FLOOR, WALL, ETC COVERS, VINYL CHLORIDE POLYMERS
HS 391810
TABLEWARE AND KITCHENWARE OF PLASTICS
HS 392410
SACKS & BAGS (INCL CONES) OF POLYMERS OF ETHYLENE
HS 392321
HOUSEHOLD AND TOILET ARTICLES NESOI OF PLASTICS
HS 392490
PLATES, SHEETS ETC, NON-CELL ETC, POLYMER
HS 392010
| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | $281K | $220K | -$60K |
| Pennsylvania | $349K | -- | -$349K |
| Idaho | $345K | -- | -$345K |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PORT HURON, MI | $1.1M | $13K | -$1.1M |
| DETROIT, MI | $459K | -- | -$459K |
| ALEXANDRIA BAY, NY | $384K | -- | -$384K |