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Synthetic IR Rubber Blocks from Japan

Irregular block form of isoprene rubber for industrial compounding. Classified HTS 4002.60.00.00 as primary 'blocks of irregular shape' explicitly listed in chapter note 3.

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

• Photos and dimensions confirming irregular block shape, not processed plates

• Ensure blocks retain elasticity test compliance per note 2