NBR Masterbatch (Rubber Base) from Japan
NBR masterbatch with minimal permitted additives, retaining primary rubber character for hose extrusion. HTS 4002.59.00.00 allows small processing aids per Note 5(b).
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
• List all additives with percentages to verify Note 5(b) compliance
• Rubber content >90% typically maintains primary classification
• Avoid 'ready-to-cure' descriptions suggesting compounding