2915.32.00.00 - Vinyl acetate

This category encompasses vinyl acetate, a specific ester of acetic acid. Vinyl acetate is a colorless liquid with a characteristic fruity odor, primarily used as a monomer in the production of polymers and copolymers, such as polyvinyl acetate (PVA) and ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA). These polymers find widespread applications in adhesives, paints, coatings, textiles, and films.

Vinyl acetate is distinguished from its sibling categories by its unique chemical structure, specifically the presence of a vinyl group attached to the acetate ester. While other entries like ethyl acetate and n-butyl acetate are also esters of acetic acid, they differ in the alcohol component. Ethyl acetate is derived from ethanol, and n-butyl acetate from n-butanol, leading to distinct physical and chemical properties and consequently, different industrial uses and classification considerations.

As this is a leaf node in the HTS, there are no further subcategories. Classification within this specific code (2915.32.00.00) is reserved solely for vinyl acetate, providing a precise designation for customs purposes. Its identification relies on its chemical identity and its direct use as a monomer or intermediate in chemical synthesis.