Butyl Rubber Caulking Compound from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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