4006.90.50.00/Unvulcanized Rubber O-Ring Blanks/Japan

Unvulcanized Rubber O-Ring Blanks from Japan

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 — 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%

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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)