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Unvulcanized Rubber O-Ring Blanks from Germany

Pre-cut toroidal blanks from unvulcanized rubber for molding into O-rings. Classified in HTS 4006.90.50.00 as other articles (rings) of unvulcanized rubber.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Clearly mark as 'blanks for vulcanization' to avoid confusion with finished O-rings

• Include mold trial documentation showing softness indicative of unvulcanized state

• Watch for reclassification if blanks have been prevulcanized (latex form note)