Chloroprene Rubber Latex for Dipping
Prevulcanized chloroprene latex (CR) emulsion for dipping applications in protective gloves and medical examination gloves. Classified in HTS 4002.41.00.00 as it remains in dispersion form without disallowed compounding, retaining raw material character.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If dried into sheets or plates
Dried latex forming plates/sheets moves to heading 4008 per chapter note 8 definitions.
If heavily modified as adhesive prepared from rubber
Adhesive preparations from synthetic rubber latex classify in Chapter 35, not raw Chapter 40.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide certificates of analysis showing solids content <60% and no vulcanizing accelerators beyond note 5(b)
• Label containers clearly as 'chloroprene latex' to aid CBP verification against chapter exclusions
• Watch for bulk packaging that might suggest plates/sheets, ensuring it's shipped as liquid/paste
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Neoprene Latex Dispersion
A water-based dispersion of chloroprene (chlorobutadiene) rubber (CR) latex used in adhesives, coatings, and dipping processes for gloves and balloons. It qualifies under HTS 4002.41.00.00 as synthetic rubber latex in primary form, meeting the vulcanization and elasticity criteria in chapter note 2 without prohibited compounding agents.
Prevulcanized Neoprene Latex 750
Grade 750 prevulcanized chloroprene latex for cementing and binding in rubber goods assembly. HTS 4002.41.00.00 applies as permitted prevulcanized form retaining primary character without excluded additives.
Chlorobutadiene Latex for Adhesives
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CR Latex Aqualene Grade
Aqualene-type chloroprene latex for paper and fabric saturation coatings. Classified under HTS 4002.41.00.00 for its primary liquid form and CR composition.
Chloroprene Latex for Foam Rubber
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DuPont Neoprene Latex 735
DuPont Neoprene 735 grade latex for general-purpose adhesives and sealants. Meets HTS 4002.41.00.00 as uncompounded CR latex dispersion.