SBR Granules SSBR-200 from China
SSBR-200 solution SBR granules (emulsion-derived, <50% styrene) in bulk primary form for footwear soles. HTS 4002.19.00.19 covers these as granules of uncompounded synthetic rubber, per notes allowing bulk forms while retaining raw material character.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Certify granule form as 'primary' (not cut-to-shape); test for homogeneity to prevent 4005 misclassification
• Common issue: Dust generation requires hazmat labeling