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Carboxylated NBR Latex for Dipping

Carboxylated acrylonitrile-butadiene latex enhanced for better film strength in dipping applications like balloons and condoms. Remains under 4002.51.00.00 as a primary synthetic rubber latex form with permitted modifications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4007.00.00.00Same rate: 35%

If vulcanized into finished tubes or profiles

Vulcanized NBR articles like dipped tubes move to Chapter 40 finished goods.

4002.91.00Same rate: 35%

If mixed with natural rubber latex

Mixtures of natural and synthetic rubber have separate primary form classifications.

2837.19.01Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If containing high sulfate additives

Excessive chemical additives may reclassify as inorganic chemicals.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Document carboxylation as a permitted graft modification under synthetic rubber definition

β€’ Avoid retail packaging; bulk drums maintain primary form status

β€’ Prepare for FDA compliance if destined for food/medical contact uses

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