SBR Carbon Black Masterbatch Granules from Germany
Styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) masterbatch granules compounded with high levels of carbon black for tire manufacturing, in bulk granular primary form. Classified under HTS 4005.10.00.00 for unvulcanized compounded rubber with carbon black in primary forms, excluding prohibited vulcanizing agents.
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
• Confirm carbon black content via spectrographic analysis; misdeclared fillers can trigger audits
• Label bales clearly as 'unvulcanized compounded rubber' to prevent confusion with finished vulcanizates
• Watch for EU REACH compliance if transshipping, as silica compounds have additional registration needs