Rubber Gasket Trimmings Waste

Trimmings and flashings from die-cutting rubber gaskets for automotive and machinery use, too small or irregular for gaskets. This manufacturing waste fits HTS 4004.00.00.00 as parings not usable as such.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

4016.93Lower: 12.5% vs 35%

If identifiable as unfinished gasket articles

Scrap retaining shape/function as gasket parts for machinery classifies under 4016 as other rubber articles.

4008.11.50Higher: 38.3% vs 35%

If reformed into uniform plates

Trimmings pressed into simple rectangular rubber plates shift to 4008 plates/sheets.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide die-cut templates or production logs as evidence of manufacturing origin

Sample testing for oil/plasticizer content; high levels may trigger chemical waste regs