NBR Powder Granules from Mexico
Granular form of acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber (NBR) produced by spray drying latex, used in compounding for seals and gaskets. Falls under HTS 4002.59.00.00 as synthetic rubber in primary bulk form (granules), per Chapter Note 3(c).
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Ensure particle size and bulk form documentation to distinguish from finished articles
• Test for absence of cross-linking agents; presence disqualifies from primary form per Note 5
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests 'articles' status, which shifts to heading 4008