Reclaimed Rubber Bale from Industrial Hoses from China
Compressed bales of reclaimed rubber fibers from shredded hydraulic hoses, in bulk form. Classified under HTS 4003.00.00.00 as primary bale form of reclaimed rubber, per Chapter notes allowing bales as primary. Used in low-cost tire retreading compounds.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document baling as simple compression without vulcanization or additives
• Ensure no metal wire contamination from hoses, requiring separation for proper classification
• Label clearly as reclaimed to distinguish from virgin baled rubber