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EPDM Latex Dispersion from Germany

Liquid prevulcanized EPDM latex dispersion used in coatings and adhesives production. Classified under HTS 4002.70.00.00 as a primary liquid form of synthetic rubber per chapter note 3(a), retaining essential raw material character.

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

• Confirm prevulcanization status; fully vulcanized latex may shift to heading 4006 as plates/sheets if formed

• Document permitted emulsifiers per note 5(b); other additives disqualify primary form classification

• Test for compliance with note 2 synthetic rubber elongation/recovery criteria during customs verification