Butadiene Rubber Powder from Japan
Fine powder form of BR for rubber compounding and asphalt modification. Primary form under HTS 4002.20.00.00 as synthetic rubber powder, meeting Chapter 40 purity requirements.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Particle size analysis required to confirm powder vs. granules distinction
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests plates/sheets (4008) by using bags only
• Certify no plasticizers/extenders beyond mineral oil for oil-extended BR