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XSBR High-Styrene Dispersion from Mexico

Prevulcanized XSBR dispersion with >50% styrene, in liquid primary form for dipping compounds in glove production. HTS 4002.19.00.20 covers this as carboxylated SBR meeting chapter definitions, primary liquid (note 3(a)), usable as raw rubber input.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document prevulcanization doesn't alter primary status; specify dry polymer styrene %

• Common issue: confusion with finished latex paints