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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If post-vulcanized or containing prohibited extenders
Compounded or processed chloroprene rubber shifts to other synthetic rubbers in 4002.99, per chapter note 5.
If reclaimed from manufacturing waste
Reclaimed chloroprene rubber waste falls under waste/parings of heading 4004, not primary latex.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify latex concentration and prevulcanization status via supplier specs to confirm primary form under chapter note 3
• Include vulcanization test results in documentation to prove synthetic rubber definition per chapter note 2
• Avoid misclassification as compounded rubber by ensuring no vulcanizing agents beyond permitted additives
Related Products under HTS 4002.41.00.00
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.
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
High-solids chlorobutadiene rubber latex formulated for contact adhesives in shoe and furniture manufacturing. Remains in HTS 4002.41.00.00 as uncompounded primary dispersion.
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
Specialty CR latex for producing closed-cell neoprene foam sheets used in wetsuits. Primary latex form under HTS 4002.41.00.00 before frothing.
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.