High Ammonia IR Latex

Stabilized synthetic isoprene rubber latex with high ammonia content for carpet backing and textiles. HTS 4002.60.00.00 as primary liquid form; ammonia permitted as stabilizer per note 5(b)(iii).

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.

5906.99.10Higher: 37.7% vs 35%

If coated on textile backing

Textile-rubber combinations covered by Chapter 59, excluding section XI per chapter note 2.

4002.91.00Same rate: 35%

If non-IR synthetic latex

Latex of other heading 4002 rubbers uses different subheading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Document ammonia as permitted preservative, not affecting raw character

β€’ Check pH stability certificates for latex quality during ocean transport

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Prevulcanized Isoprene Rubber Latex

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Low Molecular Weight IR Solution

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Cis-1,4 Polyisoprene Rubber Bale

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