Ricon 100 SBS Crumbs from Germany
Ricon 100 SBS crumbs are low molecular weight, solution-polymerized styrene-butadiene-styrene elastomers in crumb form, <50% styrene, for pressure-sensitive adhesives. HTS 4002.19.00.14 covers these as uncompounded primary synthetic rubber forms. Liquid-like viscosity but supplied solid per primary definitions.
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
• Specify crumb size distribution to confirm 'primary forms' vs processed strip (4008)
• Origin determination critical for GSP eligibility; solution process typically non-China
• Watch for plasticizer content - only permitted if mineral oil for oil-extended rubber