Reclaimed Rubber Sheets in Rolls
Reclaimed rubber sheets in rolls are rolled rectangular sheets of reclaimed rubber produced from footwear soles, simply cut to shape. These sheets are a primary form of reclaimed rubber, as per Chapter 40 Note 9, and are used in industrial matting production. They fall under tariff item 4003.00.00 as reclaimed rubber in primary sheet form.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the sheets are considered waste or scrap not usable as reclaimed rubber
Waste and scrap rubber is classified under a different heading than reclaimed rubber.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the sheets are simply cut to rectangular shape and not further worked, as per Chapter 40 Note 9
• Provide evidence of the source (footwear soles) and the reclamation process
• Ensure the sheets are not compounded with any substances that would exclude them from heading 40.03
Related Products under Tariff item 4003.00.00
Buffing Dust Reclaimed Rubber Powder
Buffing dust reclaimed rubber powder is produced by grinding tire buffing dust into a fine powder, which is a primary form of reclaimed rubber. It retains the essential characteristics of rubber as a raw material and is suitable for compounding into new rubber products. This powder falls under tariff item 4003.00.00 as reclaimed rubber in primary powder form.
Cryogenically Ground Rubber Particles
Cryogenically ground rubber particles are produced by freezing reclaimed tires and grinding them into small particles, which are a primary granular form of reclaimed rubber. The cryogenic process preserves the rubber's essential properties, making it suitable for use in new rubber compounds. This product is classified under tariff item 4003.00.00 as reclaimed rubber in primary granular form.
Devulcanized Rubber Granules
Devulcanized rubber granules are produced by breaking the sulfur bonds in mixed tire rubber, resulting in a material that can be remolded. These granules are a primary bulk form of reclaimed rubber, retaining the essential characteristics of rubber for reuse in manufacturing. They fall under tariff item 4003.00.00 as reclaimed rubber in primary granular form.
Micronized Reclaimed Rubber Powder
Micronized reclaimed rubber powder is an ultra-fine powder derived from reclaimed butyl rubber stoppers, processed to a very small particle size for precise compounding applications. It is a primary powder form of reclaimed rubber, preserving the essential rubber properties needed in pharmaceutical and industrial uses. This product is classified under tariff item 4003.00.00 as reclaimed rubber in primary powder form.
Reclaimed EPDM Rubber Granules
Reclaimed EPDM rubber granules are produced by extruding and processing reclaimed EPDM roofing membranes into granular form. These granules are a primary bulk form of reclaimed rubber, suitable for use in weatherstrip compounds and other rubber products. They fall under tariff item 4003.00.00 as reclaimed rubber in primary granular form.
Reclaimed Natural Rubber Powder
Reclaimed natural rubber powder is a fine powder produced by micronizing discarded natural rubber products such as gloves or hoses. It is a primary powder form of reclaimed rubber, retaining the essential characteristics of natural rubber for reuse in manufacturing. This product is classified under tariff item 4003.00.00 as reclaimed rubber in primary powder form.