Oil Seal Rubber Scrap from Germany
Scrap from molding and trimming rubber oil seals for engines, irregular shapes not usable as seals. Manufacturing waste per HTS 4004.00.00.00.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Oil content analysis mandatory; high petroleum may classify as hazardous
• Batch traceability from specific mold runs strengthens claims
• Avoid mixing with metal inserts, which complicates declaration