Rubber Gasket Trimmings Waste from Japan
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.
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
• 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