Synthetic Isoprene Rubber Latex from Germany
A liquid dispersion of isoprene rubber (IR) used in the production of adhesives, coatings, and dipped goods like gloves. Classified under HTS 4002.60.00.00 as synthetic rubber in primary form (latex), meeting the vulcanization and elasticity criteria of chapter note 2 without prohibited compounding agents.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the product remains uncompounded with vulcanizing agents or fillers per chapter note 5(a) to qualify as primary form
• Provide lab analysis confirming IR composition and vulcanization properties as defined in chapter note 2
• Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling prevulcanized latex, which may shift to heading 4002 only if explicitly allowed