Cold Polymerized SBR Granules from Mexico
Cold SBR granules offer higher molecular weight for superior tire performance, supplied in bulk powder/granule form. Under HTS 4002.19.00 as primary synthetic rubber granules meeting elasticity recovery tests, free of vulcanizing agents. Preferred for premium automotive applications.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Submit polymerization temperature records (<10°C for cold process); test for bound styrene content
• Package in anti-tack bags per note 5(b)(i); beware re-export rules for bonded warehouses