BR Oil-Extended Rubber Bale from Mexico
Butadiene rubber extended with mineral oil in bale form for easier processing. Permitted under HTS 4002.20.00.00 as primary BR with allowed oil extender per note 5(a)(iii).
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
• Specify oil extension percentage (<50% typically) to validate primary rubber status
• Oil type certification prevents shift to petroleum products classification
• Test for rubber essential character retention despite extension