NBR Latex for Foam Rubber Production from China
Synthetic NBR latex used in froth foaming processes to create rubber foams for seals and gaskets. This primary form latex complies with HTS 4002.51.00.00 specifications for acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber dispersions suitable for vulcanization.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Ensure shipment manifests specify 'latex for foaming' to distinguish from finished foam articles
• Test for emulsifier content; excess may violate primary form note allowances
• Obtain supplier vulcanization test certifications to confirm synthetic rubber eligibility