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Silicone Rubber Solution for Mold Release from Japan

Liquid silicone rubber solution (polysiloxane-based), compounded unvulcanized for mold release agents. HTS 4005.20.00.00 covers such synthetic rubber solutions in primary form.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%

Import Tips

Verify vulcanization test compliance per synthetic rubber definition

Document silicone content meets Chapter 40 rubber criteria

Avoid classification as lubricant if rubber predominates