EPDM Rubber Blocks from Japan
Rectangular EPDM blocks of regular geometric shape for further processing. HTS 4002.70.00.00 includes simple uncut blocks as primary forms before note 8 shaping criteria.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Measure block dimensions; over 6mm thick simple plates shift to 4008
• Surface treatment documentation to prove not 'otherwise worked'
• Avoid profile shaping that triggers heading 4008 classification