Polybutadiene Rubber (BR) Granules from Mexico
Granular form of cis-1,4-polybutadiene rubber, a primary form for tire manufacturing and synthetic golf balls. Falls under HTS 4002.20.00.00 as butadiene rubber in bulk granules, uncompounded and retaining raw material character.
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
• Ensure granules are simply cut from bales without surface working beyond Chapter note 8 allowances
• Include technical data sheet proving unsaturated BR eligible for sulfur vulcanization per Chapter note 1
• Watch for reclassification to 4008 if formed into rods or profiles exceeding thread dimensions