Isoprene Rubber (IR) Granules from Germany
Granular form of synthetic isoprene rubber supplied for easy handling in tire and rubber goods manufacturing. Falls under HTS 4002.60.00.00 as synthetic rubber in primary bulk form (granules), retaining raw material character without prohibited additives.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include certificates of analysis showing compliance with chapter note 2 vulcanization test requirements
• Document that no pigments, plasticizers or extenders beyond permitted amounts are present
• Watch for reclassification if granules are surface-worked beyond simple form per chapter note 8