NBR Latex for Foam Rubber Production from Japan
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 — 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 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