Unvulcanized EPDM Rubber Sheets from Japan
Flat sheets of compounded EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer) rubber, unvulcanized, supplied in primary form for further processing into weatherstripping and roofing membranes. This product falls under HTS 4005.91.00.00 as it is compounded rubber in sheet form, not yet vulcanized, distinguishing it from vulcanized sheets in heading 4008.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify compounding does not include vulcanizing agents or fillers beyond permitted levels to avoid reclassification to heading 4004 or 4009
• Provide mill test reports confirming unvulcanized state and primary form to CBP for smooth clearance
• Label sheets clearly with material composition to prevent misclassification as finished articles