Polychloroprene Bale Blocks
Baled blocks of irregular shape polychloroprene (CR) rubber from emulsion polymerization, for extrusion. HTS 4002.49.00.00 as primary bale form, essential raw material character intact.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If from manufacturing waste
Note 6 defines 4004 waste as not usable as-is; primary bales are usable raw material.
If cut to non-rectangular profiles
Note 7 restricts 4002 strips to rectangular; profiles to 4008.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Weigh bales pre-shipment; declare net weight excluding antitack agents (permitted)
• Provide FTIR spectra confirming CR polymer structure
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CR Rubber Powder Granules
Fine powder granules of chloroprene rubber for dry blending in seals and gaskets. Classified in HTS 4002.49.00.00 as primary bulk form synthetic rubber per Note 3(b), uncompounded.
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Chlorobutadiene Rubber Pellets
Pelletized chlorobutadiene (CR) rubber from cryogenic grinding, feedstock for injection molding compounds. HTS 4002.49.00.00 for primary granules/pellets.
CR Synthetic Rubber Flakes
Flaked chloroprene rubber from drum-dried latex, for powder coatings. Primary flakes under HTS 4002.49.00.00.
Neoprene Dispersion Solution
Aqueous solution/dispersion of CR for adhesives. HTS 4002.49.00.00 as permitted primary liquid.