Neoprene Latex (Chloroprene Rubber Latex)

Neoprene latex, a polychloroprene synthetic rubber dispersion, provides weather and flame resistance for coatings and adhesives. It falls under HTS 4002.91.00.00 as a qualifying synthetic rubber latex maintaining primary form without prohibited compounding.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4002.41.00Same rate: 35%

If in bales or blocks rather than dispersion

Primary forms note 3 excludes liquids/pastes from other categories; solid neoprene goes here.

4010Lower: 13.3% vs 35%

If when processed into conveyor belting sheets

Heading 4010 covers vulcanized rubber belting; exceeds primary form limitations of 4002.

3808.94.50Lower: 30% vs 35%

If contains insecticides or chemical additives beyond permitted

Chapter 38 for chemical preparations; rubber chapter excludes such modified substances.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Document emulsifier/antitack agent levels per note 5(b)(i) to prove essential raw character retained

β€’ Use invoices specifying 'chloroprene latex' to match statistical reporting; avoid generic 'rubber latex'

β€’ Avoid pitfall of importing oil-extended versions without mineral oil exception confirmation