TMQ Rubber Age Resistor from China
TMQ (2,2,4-trimethyl-1,2-dihydroquinoline polymer) is a polymeric aromatic antioxidant providing long-term aging resistance in synthetic rubber conveyor belts. Classified in HTS 3812.39.60.00 due to its modified aromatic stabilizer composition for rubber.
Duty Rate — China → United States
44%
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
• Supply polymerization degree documentation to confirm compound stabilizer status
• Include rubber compatibility test results in commercial invoice
• Prevent misclassification by clearly marking 'not for direct consumer use'