Rubber Foam Bumpers
Rubber foam bumpers are soft cellular rubber bumpers used to protect furniture edges and machinery from impact. They are classified under tariff item 4016.10.00 as vulcanized cellular rubber protective articles, with high resilience to prevent damage from collisions.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
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 bumpers are imported as uncut blocks of cellular rubber.
Blocks of cellular rubber in regular geometric shape fall under heading 4008.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the bumpers are molded or cut to a specific shape for protective purposes, not just simple blocks
• If they are rectangular blocks of cellular rubber, they may fall under 4008
• Document the cellular structure and vulcanized rubber material for CBSA clearance
Related Products under Tariff item 4016.10.00
Cellular Rubber Door Seals
Cellular rubber door seals are extruded foam rubber profiles designed for automobile and appliance doors, providing an airtight closure. They are classified under tariff item 4016.10.00 as articles of vulcanized cellular rubber, distinct from profile shapes of heading 40.08 due to their specific article character.
Cellular Rubber Packing
Cellular rubber packing consists of sponge rubber material used for cushioning fragile goods during shipping. It is classified under tariff item 4016.10.00 as a vulcanized cellular rubber article, offering lightweight, reusable protection that compresses to fit irregular shapes.
Cellular Rubber Weatherstripping
Cellular rubber weatherstripping is expanded rubber strips used to seal gaps in doors and windows, preventing air and water infiltration. It falls under tariff item 4016.10.00 as a vulcanized cellular rubber article designed for insulation and sealing, not as a simple profile shape.
CR Foam Pipe Insulation
CR foam pipe insulation consists of chloroprene rubber foam tubes used to insulate plumbing and refrigeration pipes, providing condensation control and a thermal barrier. These are classified under tariff item 4016.10.00 as cellular rubber articles, with a pre-slit design for easy installation.
Cross-Linked Polyethylene Foam Rubber Seals
Cross-linked polyethylene foam rubber seals are chemically cross-linked PE foam products that qualify as cellular rubber seals for waterproofing. They are classified under tariff item 4016.10.00 when meeting the synthetic rubber vulcanization tests, used in construction and marine applications with closed-cell structure.
Foam Rubber Vibration Mounts
Foam rubber vibration mounts are cellular rubber components designed to isolate vibrations in equipment and vehicles. They are classified under tariff item 4016.10.00 as vulcanized cellular rubber articles, with a tuned cell structure that optimizes damping performance.