E-SBR 1502 Rubber Bales from China
Styrene-butadiene rubber (E-SBR) grade 1502 produced via emulsion polymerization, baled for industrial use, containing less than 50% styrene by dry weight. This synthetic rubber meets Chapter 40 definitions for primary forms in bales, classified under 4002.19.00.15 due to its emulsion process and specific styrene content. It is uncompounded with vulcanizing agents or fillers beyond permitted additives.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify emulsion polymerization method and styrene content via lab testing certificates to confirm HTS 4002.19.00.15; ensure bales are uncompounded per Chapter Note 5
• Common pitfall: mislabeling as solution SBR (4002.19.00.20)