High-Styrene SBR Latex from Canada
A liquid dispersion of styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) containing over 50 percent styrene by weight in the dry polymer, used in primary form for coatings and adhesives. This falls under HTS 4002.19.00.20 as a synthetic rubber in primary liquid form meeting the styrene content and vulcanization criteria of Chapter 40 notes. It retains its essential character as raw material without prohibited compounding agents.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Verify styrene content via lab analysis certificate to confirm >50% dry weight; ensure no vulcanizing agents added per Chapter 40 note 5(a)
• Declare as primary form, not compounded; watch for misclassification as finished adhesives