Butyl Rubber Unvulcanized Powder
Powdered butyl rubber compound, unvulcanized, with antioxidants added for inner tube production. The powder form is a primary form per chapter note 3, and the antioxidants are permitted additives under chapter note 5(B), so it falls under tariff item 4005.99.00 as 'other' compounded rubber.
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 butyl rubber is not compounded (only permitted additives present)
Isobutylene-isoprene rubber in primary forms falls under heading 40.02.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the powder does not contain vulcanizing agents, which would exclude it from heading 40.05
• Keep records of the antioxidant type and quantity to show compliance with note 5(B)
• Classify as primary form powder per note 3
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