Seed Latex SBR for Polymer Modification
Low-solids seed SBR latex used as nucleating agent in custom polymerizations. HTS 4002.11.00.00 as qualifying synthetic rubber dispersion in purest primary form, essential character per note 5(b).
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If non-latex primary forms like bales/powder
Heading structure separates latex (4002.11) from other SBR primary forms (4002.10).
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Related Products under HTS 4002.11.00.00
Carboxylated Styrene-Butadiene Latex (XSBR Latex)
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.
Functionalized XSBR Latex for Gloves
XSBR latex with film-forming properties for dipped rubber gloves and balloons. Classifies HTS 4002.11.00.00 as raw carboxylated SBR latex; finished gloves would be 4015.
Styrene-Butadiene Latex (SBR Latex)
Styrene-butadiene latex is a water-based dispersion of SBR copolymer in primary liquid form, used primarily in adhesives, paper coatings, and carpet backings. It qualifies under HTS 4002.11.00.00 as synthetic rubber latex meeting the vulcanization and elasticity criteria in Chapter 40 note 2, supplied as prevulcanized or unvulcanized dispersion without prohibited compounding agents.
Prevulcanized SBR Latex for Paper Coating
Prevulcanized SBR latex designed for surface sizing and coating of paper products, offering water resistance and printability. Falls under HTS 4002.11.00.00 as permitted prevulcanized dispersion per Chapter note 3(a), without excluded compounding that affects raw material character.
Hot Polymerized SBR Latex (Cold SBR Alternative)
Hot-polymerized SBR latex used in foam rubber production and tire cord dipping, characterized by broader particle size distribution. HTS 4002.11.00.00 applies as primary liquid synthetic rubber latex per heading, with polymerization method not affecting classification if uncompounded.
XSBR Latex for Carpet Backing
Carboxylated XSBR latex specifically formulated for secondary carpet backing, providing superior adhesion to jute/polyester. Under HTS 4002.11.00.00 as SBR latex primary form; end-use application doesn't affect raw material classification per Chapter notes.