Neoprene Latex (Chloroprene Rubber Latex) from Japan
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.
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
• Document emulsifier/antitack agent levels per note 5(b)(i) to prove essential raw character retained
• Use invoices specifying 'chloroprene latex' to match statistical reporting; avoid generic 'rubber latex'
• Avoid pitfall of importing oil-extended versions without mineral oil exception confirmation