Unvulcanized TPE Rubber Sheets
Unvulcanized thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) sheets, compounded and qualifying as vulcanizable rubber, are rectangular sheets for various applications. They are in primary form as sheets, unvulcanized, and fall under this tariff item if they meet the synthetic rubber definition.
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 TPE does not meet the rubber definition and is classified as plastic.
Plastic sheets of other plastics are classified under heading 3921.
If the TPE is not compounded.
Raw synthetic rubber in primary forms falls under heading 4002.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the TPE meets the synthetic rubber definition in Note 4, including vulcanization, elongation, and recovery tests
• Provide test results or technical data to CBSA
• Confirm the sheets are compounded and unvulcanized, as some TPEs may be classified as plastics under Chapter 39
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