Latex Foam Rubber Sheet for Mattress Padding
Vulcanized cellular natural latex foam sheets used as padding in mattresses and upholstery, supplied in rectangular bulk form. The product is not cut to shape or further worked, so it falls under plates of cellular rubber in tariff item 4008.19.00.
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 sheets are cut to shape for mattresses
Mattress components cut to shape are classified in Chapter 94.
If the foam is non-cellular
Non-cellular rubber plates are classified separately.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the sheets are of natural rubber and cellular; synthetic latex may be classified elsewhere
• If the sheets are cut to mattress size and shaped, they may fall under other headings
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