Centrifuged Natural Rubber Latex HA Type from Mexico
HA (High Ammonia) type natural latex produced by centrifugation to 60% DRC, ideal for tire cord dipping and adhesive production. HTS 4001.10.00.00 applies as it's uncompounded liquid latex with minimal allowed stabilizers per chapter note 5(b).
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
0%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.030%Articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa)(ii) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Submit DRC certificate from supplier; US Customs may sample for volatile fatty acid (VFA) number to verify freshness
• Use refrigerated containers below 30°C; declare exact stabilization additives to avoid 4005 reclassification
• Check for latex allergies in workforce; provide SDS for ammonia exposure