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SITCSection 5
U.S. imports of polymers of vinyl acetate in primary forms (SITC 57591) totaled $14.3M in April 2026, traded with 21 countries.
Importers of Polymers of Vinyl Acetate in Primary Forms paid $1.1M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 14% on $8.2M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Polymers of Vinyl Acetate in Primary Forms imports of $14.3M in April 2026 ran 11% below the year-to-date monthly average of $16.1M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataPolyvinyl acetate (PVAc) in primary forms — pellets, dispersions, and powders — serves as a foundational resin for adhesives, paints, paper coatings, and chewing gum base. Its hydrolysis yields polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH), a closely related but separately classified polymer, so the degree of hydrolysis is a key specification that customs authorities may scrutinize to confirm correct heading assignment. PVAc homopolymers and copolymers with vinyl acetate as the dominant monomer both fall within this category, though copolymers with significant ethylene content (EVA) are typically classified elsewhere. Section 301 tariff exposure may apply to shipments originating from China, making supplier origin a material cost consideration.
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Polyvinyl acetate is the unhydrolyzed or partially hydrolyzed polymer; polyvinyl alcohol results from substantial hydrolysis of the acetate groups. Customs classification turns on the degree of hydrolysis — products with high hydrolysis levels are classified as polyvinyl alcohol under a separate heading. Importers should document the degree of hydrolysis (typically expressed as mol%) on commercial invoices and technical data sheets.
Both aqueous dispersions and solid primary forms of polyvinyl acetate generally fall within the same broad heading, but the specific HTS subheading may differ based on physical form. Importers should confirm the applicable 10-digit HTS code with a licensed customs broker, as duty rates and any applicable trade remedy exposure can vary by form.
| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CANADA | $5.8M | $2.2M | -$3.6M |
| GERMANY | $4.9M | $41K | -$4.8M |
| MEXICO | $283K | $2.4M | +$2.2M |
| NETHERLANDS | $1.7M | $168K | -$1.6M |
| COSTA RICA | -- | $588K | +$588K |
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