Cellular Natural Rubber Acoustic Seal Profile from Japan
Foamed natural rubber profiles with labyrinthine cross-sections for soundproofing doors in recording studios. HTS 4008.19.20.00 for cellular natural rubber profile shapes per Chapter 40 definitions.
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
• Test for sound transmission class (STC) rating to support acoustic profile claims
• Declare density and vulcanization specs to confirm primary form exclusion
• Avoid pressure-sensitive adhesive backing that creates 'articles of 4016'