TSNR Grade 20 Rubber Bale

Technically specified natural rubber (TSNR) Grade 20 is a standardized form of natural rubber in primary bale form with specific dirt content, ash, and nitrogen levels as per ISO standards. It falls under HTS 4001.22.0025 as it is technically specified natural rubber in 'other forms' (bales), meeting Chapter 40 note definitions for primary forms without prohibited compounding agents.

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.

4001Same rate: 25%

If smoked sheets rather than technically specified bales

Smoked sheets are classified separately under 4001.11 as a distinct primary form of natural rubber, not TSNR.

4004.00.00Higher: 35% vs 25%

If containing vulcanizing agents, pigments, or fillers beyond permitted additives

Chapter Note 5(a) excludes compounded rubber from 4001, directing it to waste/parings or other processed forms in 4004.

4001.29.00Same rate: 25%

If not technically specified but in other primary forms like pale crepe

Non-TSNR natural rubber in plates, sheets, or strip falls under the broader 4001.29 category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify supplier certification confirming TSNR Grade 20 specs (dirt ≤0.20%, ash ≤0.75%) to avoid reclassification as unstandardized rubber

Provide mill test reports and bale markings during customs entry to prove primary form status per Chapter Note 5

Avoid shipments with added vulcanizing agents or fillers, as they shift to heading 4004 or 4005