Gutta-Percha and IR Rubber Latex
A latex blend of gutta-percha and isoprene rubber, used for electrical insulation. It is in primary liquid form and complies with chapter note 5, containing no disallowed substances.
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 isoprene rubber alone without natural gum.
Isoprene rubber by itself falls under subheading 4002.60.
If the latex is processed into electrical insulators.
Finished electrical insulation articles are classified in Chapter 85.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the latex is not prevulcanized with agents other than those permitted
• Keep detailed records of the rubber composition for CBSA audits
• Ensure the product is not intended for electrical appliances of hard rubber, which are excluded by chapter note 2(d)
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