Devulcanized Rubber Granules from Mexico
Granules of devulcanized reclaimed rubber from mixed tire rubber, suitable for remolding. HTS 4003.00.00.00 covers this as reclaimed rubber in primary granular bulk form, retaining essential rubber properties post-reclamation. Commonly used in asphalt modification and rubber mats.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Require devulcanization process validation to prove not merely ground scrap
• Test for Mooney viscosity to confirm primary form suitability for compounding
• Segregate carbon black heavy lots, as excess fillers may affect raw material character