Rubber Tool Shipping Case
A heavy-duty vulcanized rubber case with foam inserts and latches, used for transporting mechanic tools to job sites. It serves as a packing container, and its rubber construction places it under tariff item 4016.99.90 as other articles of vulcanized rubber, excluding luggage of Chapter 42.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the case is made of plastics or textile materials
Tool cases of plastics or textiles fall under heading 42.02.
If the case is made of plastics
Plastic cases for tools fall under heading 39.26.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the case is not classified as luggage under Chapter 42, which covers trunks and suitcases
• Ensure the rubber is vulcanized and not hard rubber
• Provide details on the case's construction and intended use for CBSA classification
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