Cellular NR HVAC Duct Seal Profile

Profile shapes of foamed natural rubber for sealing HVAC duct joints, featuring interlocking flange design. Classified in 4008.19.20.00 for cellular natural rubber profiles not qualifying as plates/sheets/strip.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4009.41.00Higher: 37.5% vs 35%

If textile reinforced

Textile fabric covered/laminated rubber profiles excluded from 4008, go to Chapter 40 tubes/pipes.

3921.90Lower: 14.8% vs 35%

If predominantly plastic cellular

Cellular plastic profiles of Chapter 39 take precedence over rubber if plastic >50%.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide compression set test results confirming cellular rubber properties

Avoid co-extrusion with plastics that could trigger Chapter 39 classification

Document extrusion tooling specs showing complex profile geometry

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