Nitrile Rubber Caulking for Facades
A weather-resistant caulking compound using nitrile rubber for exterior building facades. It offers oil and UV resistance and is classified as a mastic based on rubber for non-refractory surfacing.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the caulking is a solution with volatile organic solvents exceeding 50% of weight
Chapter note 4 classifies such solutions under heading 32.08.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the caulking is not a separate chemically defined compound, as Chapter 32 excludes those
• Declare it as a mastic based on rubber for facades
• Verify it is not a paint or enamel, which would be classified under heading 32.08 or 32.09
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