Nitrile Rubber O-Ring Gasket

A circular O-ring gasket made from nitrile butadiene rubber (NBR), a polymer of headings 3901-3914, used for sealing hydraulic systems in automotive engines. It falls under HTS 3926.90.45.90 as an other gasket not specified elsewhere in the gaskets subheading. These seals prevent fluid leakage under pressure.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.5%+35.0%38.5%
🇲🇽Mexico3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇨🇦Canada3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇩🇪Germany3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇯🇵Japan3.5%+10.0%13.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

4016.93Lower: 12.5% vs 38.5%

If vulcanized rubber without polymer backing

Pure vulcanized rubber gaskets classify in Chapter 40, not plastics chapter.

8484.90.00Lower: 37.5% vs 38.5%

If imported as part of a machinery gasket set

Gaskets designed for specific machines may fall under Chapter 84 as parts thereof.

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 38.5%

If not a gasket, washer, or seal

Articles of plastics not fitting gasket definition go to the residual 'Other' subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify polymer composition meets 95% monomer content per subheading notes for accurate classification

Include material test certificates to confirm NBR content and avoid misclassification as rubber under Chapter 40

Check for attached fittings, as they may qualify for duty-free under heading 3917 if applicable