Rubber Processing Aid RPA-2000 Plasticizer from Germany
RPA-2000 is a compound plasticizer and processing aid for synthetic rubber, improving flow and reducing viscosity during vulcanization. HTS 3812.20.5000 covers this as a specialized plasticizer for rubber compounding.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include rheology test data showing plasticizing effect
• Specify compatibility with EPDM, SBR rubber types
• Avoid classification as antifoaming agent via end-use documentation