NBR Masterbatch (Rubber Base)
An NBR masterbatch with minimal permitted additives, retaining its primary rubber character for hose extrusion. It contains only small amounts of processing aids allowed under Chapter Note 5(B). It falls under tariff item 4002.59.00 as other NBR.
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 masterbatch contains fillers or plasticisers
Compounded rubber with fillers or plasticisers falls under heading 40.05.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the masterbatch contains only permitted additives in small amounts, such as antioxidants or stabilisers, and no fillers or plasticisers
• Keep a formulation sheet to show the additive levels are within Chapter Note 5(B) limits
Related Products under Tariff item 4002.59.00
Blended NBR Latex
A latex blend of acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (NBR) with emulsifiers, presented as a liquid dispersion for use in carpet backing. It is a primary form of synthetic rubber under Chapter Note 3(a), and the emulsifiers are permitted additives under Chapter Note 5(B)(i). It falls under tariff item 4002.59.00 as NBR not otherwise specified.
Carboxylated NBR Latex
A latex of carboxylated acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (XNBR) used for paper coatings, with improved adhesion properties. It is a liquid primary form of synthetic rubber under Chapter Note 3(a), and the carboxylation does not remove it from heading 40.02. It is classified as other NBR under tariff item 4002.59.00.
High-ACN NBR Pellets
Pelletized acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (NBR) with high acrylonitrile content, in granular primary form for oil-resistant applications. It is a primary bulk form under Chapter Note 3(b), and the pellets are not compounded with prohibited substances. It falls under tariff item 4002.59.00 as other NBR.
Hydrogenated NBR Solution
A solution of hydrogenated acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (HNBR) in a liquid form, offering improved heat resistance. It is a primary form under Chapter Note 3(a), and the HNBR meets the vulcanisation and elongation criteria of Chapter Note 4. It is classified as other NBR under tariff item 4002.59.00.
Liquid NBR Paste
A high-solids paste of acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (NBR) for adhesive and sealant formulations, in primary liquid form without cross-linking. It is a paste under Chapter Note 3(a), and the absence of vulcanising agents keeps it in heading 40.02. It falls under tariff item 4002.59.00 as other NBR.
NBR Bale (Compounded-Free)
Baled solid acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (NBR) in primary form, free of vulcanising agents or fillers, for custom compounding. It is a bulk primary form under Chapter Note 3(b), and the absence of prohibited additives complies with Chapter Note 5. It falls under tariff item 4002.59.00 as other NBR.