EPDM Unvulcanized Rubber Granules from Japan
Granular form of ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) rubber compounded unvulcanized, with stabilizers and processing aids for weather-resistant products. Falls under HTS 4005.99.00.00 as 'other' compounded rubber in primary granular form, distinguished from simple synthetic rubber by added extenders. Complies with Chapter 40 exclusion of vulcanized goods.
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
• Include material safety data sheets (MSDS) detailing exact compounding recipe to confirm unvulcanized status
• Label as 'primary form granules' to distinguish from pellets potentially seen as articles
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests further processing, risking 4008 reclassification