Pilot E-SBR 1000 Series Bales from Japan
Pilot plant E-SBR from emulsion polymerization in standard bales, styrene ≤50% by weight, used in adhesives and sealants. Fits HTS 4002.19.00.15 as unvulcanized synthetic rubber in primary bale form per chapter notes excluding textiles or compounded goods.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document pilot-grade purity to avoid 4002.99 misclassification; ensure no vulcanizing agents per Note 5(a)
• Watch for bulk shipments exceeding bale specs into sheets (4008)