Neoprene Gum Lumps from Japan
Lumps of coagulated chloroprene gum rubber, dried for mastication in belt production. Under HTS 4002.49.00.00 as primary lumps per Note 3(b), synthetic CR 'other' form.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure lumps retain plasticity; vulcanized shifts to 4007
• Declare stabilizer content < Note 5(b) limits
• Avoid moisture ingress claims affecting 'primary' status