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Nitrile Rubber-Like Plastic O-Ring Seals from Germany

Circular cross-section O-ring seals made from synthetic nitrile-based plastic copolymer for hydraulic systems. Classified in 3926.90.45 as plastic seals where the named copolymer units exceed 95% by weight per subheading note (a)(2).

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

• Submit monomer analysis report to confirm copolymer meets 95% threshold for plastic classification

• Label with durometer hardness and temperature ratings for customs verification

• Avoid common error of classifying with rubber goods; test for polymer vs elastomer distinction