Vulcanized Rubber Hair Tie Cord from Japan
Elastic vulcanized rubber cord cut into loops for hair accessories. Natural rubber base, fully vulcanized, classified under 4007 as vulcanized cord.
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%
Import Tips
• Consumer packaging requires CPSIA labeling if child-targeted
• Prevent 9615 classification by selling as bulk cord, not finished bands
• Allergen warnings for natural rubber latex mandatory