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Butyl Rubber Caulking Compound

Synthetic rubber-based caulk for roofing and siding applications, providing excellent weatherproofing and low permeability. Falls under HTS 3214.10.00.10 as a caulking mastic, not a pure rubber product due to its compounded mastic form. Used in industrial and residential sealing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+37.5%41.2%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+10.0%13.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+60.0%63.7%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4008.11Lower: 15.8% vs 41.2%

If imported as plates or sheets of vulcanized butyl rubber

Uncompounded rubber forms go to Chapter 40, not mastics.

2715.00.00Lower: 25% vs 41.2%

If bituminous or asphalt-modified versions

Bituminous mastics explicitly excluded and classified under hydrocarbons.

3212.90.00Lower: 40.6% vs 41.2%

If retail-packed for non-construction surfacing

Consumer-oriented nonrefractory preparations in heading 3212.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure labeling distinguishes from pure rubber sheets (Chapter 40) by noting mastic additives

• Include flash point data for hazardous material declarations if flammable solvents present

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