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%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 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)