Brown Crepe Rubber Strip Rolls
Brown crepe natural rubber in continuous strip rolls, simply cut to rectangular profile and uncompounded. It is a primary form (strip) of natural rubber, classified under tariff item 4001.29.00 as 'other' natural rubber in primary forms.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the strip's cross-section exceeds 5 mm
Chapter note 7 classifies rubber thread over 5 mm as strip of heading 4008, not as primary forms of heading 4001.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the strip is not compounded with any additives beyond those allowed by chapter note 5(B)
• Keep records of the rubber's origin and processing to support classification
• Check if the strip exceeds 5 mm in cross-section, as that would shift classification to heading 4008
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