SBR 1712 Cold Polymerized Emulsion from Japan
SBR 1712 is a cold-polymerized styrene-butadiene rubber emulsion with low styrene content (<50% dry), ideal for tire treads and mechanical goods. Classified in HTS 4002.19.00.19 as it remains in primary dispersion form, retaining essential rubber character per chapter notes without disallowed additives.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide polymerization process documentation confirming cold method and styrene ratio; watch for contamination with plasticizers that could reclassify
• Use proper UN-approved packaging for liquid shipments to avoid spills