High Vinyl Solution S-SBR 2530AS in Bales from Japan
Commercial grade S-SBR like Styron 2530AS with high vinyl content (30%+), low styrene (~25%), baled for tire tread compounds. Classified under HTS 4002.19.00.16 as solution-polymerized SBR in bales, primary form per Chapter notes excluding compounded additives.
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
• Supply technical data sheets confirming solution polymerization, vinyl/styrene ratios, and bale packaging to avoid misclassification
• Ensure no cross-linking agents present; test for compliance with note 5(a) on uncompounded status
• Declare bale weight accurately; common pitfall is reclassification if bales show signs of processing