Standard Malaysian Rubber (SMR) 20 Bale

SMR 20 is a Technically Specified Natural Rubber grade produced by coagulating latex, sheeting, and air-drying to achieve precise technical specifications for industrial use. Classified under HTS 4001.22.0025 for TSNR Grade 20 in bale form, as primary natural rubber without disallowed additives.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+25.0%25%
🇲🇽MexicoFreeFree
🇨🇦CanadaFreeFree
🇩🇪GermanyFreeFree
🇯🇵JapanFreeFree

Alternative Classifications

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

4001.21.00Same rate: 25%

If in smoked sheet form instead of air-dried bales

Smoked natural rubber sheets are specifically under 4001.21, distinct from TSNR bale forms.

4005.10.00Higher: 35% vs 25%

If compounded with rubber chemicals exceeding Chapter Note 5(b) limits

Compounded natural rubber mixtures shift to 4005, as they no longer retain raw material character.

4001Same rate: 25%

If for latex form rather than solid bales

Natural rubber latex in liquid primary form is classified under 4001.1x subheadings, not solid TSNR.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include ISO 2000 series compliance certificates; SMR 20 must meet Mooney viscosity and prior dirt levels

Label bales clearly with grade markings to facilitate customs verification of primary form status

Segregate from lower grades like SMR 10 to prevent commingling and misclassification