Cellular Natural Rubber Gasket Sheet from Japan
Thick foam sheets of vulcanized natural rubber specifically for cutting industrial gaskets. Classified in 4008.19.4000 as 'other' cellular natural rubber plates not further fabricated.
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
• Maintain original rectangular dimensions; pre-cut gasket shapes become 4016.93 articles
• Provide NIR spectroscopy or similar tests confirming natural vs synthetic rubber composition
• Avoid surface printing beyond identification marks to prevent reclassification