Latex Rubber Cord for Mask Earloops
Thin vulcanized natural latex rubber cord designed for earloop attachments in disposable face masks. This continuous cord is extruded and vulcanized, qualifying under HTS 4007.00 as vulcanized rubber cord essential for medical PPE production.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If supplied as prevulcanized latex dispersion
Chapter note 3 includes prevulcanized latex in primary forms under 4001, not vulcanized articles.
If braided or covered with textile yarn
Textile-covered rubber cord shifts to Chapter 56 per note exclusions.
If imported as part of assembled medical articles
If not suitable for separate use, may classify as articles of apparel or clothing accessories in 4015.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include FDA compliance docs if destined for medical use; ensure no textile covering to maintain 4007 classification
• Test for vulcanization per chapter definition; unvulcanized latex stays in 4001
• Avoid bulk packaging confusion with primary forms; declare as finished cord
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