Solution Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SSBR) from Japan
Solution-polymerized BR-styrene copolymer in crumb form for high-performance tires. Classified as butadiene rubber under HTS 4002.20.00.00 in primary crumbs, free of disallowed compounding.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Submit polymerization method details to confirm solution SBR qualifies as primary BR
• Ensure crumb size meets 'granules' definition under primary forms note 3(b)