Malaysian SMR 5 Standard Malaysian Rubber from China
SMR 5 is a granulated sheet rubber from Malaysia, technically specified for uniform particle size after milling latex coagulum. It is a primary form under HTS 4001.22.00.05 for TSNR Grade 5, used in tire treads and conveyor belts. Milling is minimal, retaining bulk sheet character.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25%
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)
9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide Malaysian Rubber Board (LGM) specs for SMR 5 to confirm granule size and ash content
• Declare as 'primary sheets' not 'granules' if sheeted; misdescription risks 4005
• Check for emulsifier residues only; excess additives violate note 5(b)