Unvulcanized Rubber Rods for Seal Extrusion
Straight cylindrical rods of unvulcanized rubber compound, extruded for cutting into seal preforms. Falls under HTS 4006.90.50.00 as rods of unvulcanized rubber, separate from primary bulk forms.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If vulcanized rods or profiles
Vulcanized rubber rods and profile shapes classify in heading 4008 per chapter note.
If natural rubber in smoked sheets or bales
Primary forms exclude specifically shaped rods; must be lumps or blocks.
If compounded natural rubber in bulk form
Compounded natural rubber (not shaped) stays in 4005 primary forms.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide extrusion specs confirming regular geometric shape without further working
• Avoid declaring as profile shapes if cross-section exceeds simple rod geometry
• Confirm no vulcanization initiators present via certificate of analysis
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