Carboxylated Styrene-Butadiene Latex (XSBR Latex) from Germany
XSBR latex features carboxylic acid groups on SBR particles for enhanced adhesion in water-based coatings and textiles. Classified in HTS 4002.11.00.00 as it represents SBR latex (explicitly including XSBR per heading description) in primary dispersion form, retaining raw material character per Chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include FTIR spectroscopy or equivalent to prove carboxylation on SBR base without prohibited extenders per note 5(b)
• Declare exact solids content (typically 40-50%) and confirm no cross-linking agents that would alter primary form status
• Watch for EU REACH compliance if transshipping; mismatched chemical passports trigger holds