Guayule Rubber and SBR Block Mixture
An irregular block blend of guayule natural rubber and styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR), used for hypoallergenic products. It is in primary bulk form and contains only permitted additives, as per chapter note 5.
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 |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the product is solely natural rubber without synthetic rubber.
Pure natural rubber in primary forms falls under heading 40.01.
If the block is compounded with fillers or reinforcing agents.
Compounded rubber is classified under heading 40.05.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the blocks are irregular in shape to qualify as primary forms under chapter note 3
• Provide evidence that the mixture retains its essential character as raw rubber
• Be prepared to demonstrate that no textile components are present, as per chapter note 2(a)
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