Duradene Rubber Antioxidant Blend from Japan
Duradene is a synergistic blend of aromatic amines and phenolics designed for EPDM rubber weatherstrips in automotive sealing systems. The presence of aromatic antioxidants places it under HTS 3812.39.60.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• List individual component CAS numbers and percentages in blend formulation
• Provide automotive OEM approval letters as proof of rubber end-use
• Monitor total aromatic amine content against exposure limits