HS Code for EVA copolymer

Ethylene-Vinyl Acetate (EVA) copolymers are classified under HS code 3901.30. This classification falls under heading 3901, which covers polymers of ethylene in primary forms. For a copolymer to be classified under 3901.30, the ethylene monomer unit must be the predominant constituent by weight compared to any other single comonomer. EVA is a versatile material known for its flexibility, clarity, and toughness, and it is traded globally in primary forms such as granules, pellets, or powders. The specific subheading 3901.30 is used regardless of the vinyl acetate percentage, provided that the ethylene content remains the highest by weight among the polymer components. This classification is essential for distinguishing EVA from pure polyethylene and from other ethylene copolymers. The material's use in hot-melt adhesives, foam for footwear, and solar cell encapsulation does not change its primary form classification under this code.

Products Included

• EVA resin pellets for injection molding
• EVA powder for hot-melt adhesive formulations
• High-vinyl acetate content EVA granules
• Medical-grade EVA copolymers in primary form
• Cross-linkable EVA compounds

Common Misclassification

EVA is often confused with HS code 3901.10 or 3901.20, which are for pure polyethylene with different specific gravities. Another common error is 3905.21, which covers vinyl acetate copolymers in aqueous dispersion (liquid form). If the EVA is already processed into finished foam sheets, it must be classified under 3921.19 rather than the primary form code 3901.30.

FAQ

What is the HS code for EVA copolymer?

The HS code for EVA copolymer in primary forms (like pellets or powder) is 3901.30.

What if the vinyl acetate content is higher than the ethylene content?

If vinyl acetate predominates by weight over ethylene, the product would typically move to heading 3905, which covers polymers of vinyl acetate.