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

12.7%

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

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)