Styrene-Butadiene Rubber (SBR) Latex from Japan
A liquid dispersion of butadiene rubber copolymerized with styrene, used in adhesives and carpet backings. Classified under HTS 4002.20.00.00 as synthetic butadiene rubber (BR) in primary form (latex), meeting vulcanization and elasticity criteria without prohibited compounding agents.
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
• Verify no vulcanizing agents, pigments, or fillers beyond permitted additives to retain primary form classification
• Provide certificate of analysis confirming BR content and compliance with Chapter 40 note 5 on synthetic rubber definition
• Avoid misclassification as compounded rubber (4005) by ensuring essential raw material character