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Natural Rubber Foam Corner Protector Strip

Cellular NR foam strips for edge and corner protection in shipping. Classified 4008.19.4000 as simple rectangular strip profiles of cellular natural rubber.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

4009.42.00Lower: 22.5% vs 37.5%

If synthetic rubber corner profiles

Material composition changes subheading.

3926.90.30.00Higher: 41.7% vs 37.5%

If plastic edge protectors

Predominantly plastic construction.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Profile limited to rectangular; L/Z shapes become 4009 profiles

• Bulk rolls only; pre-formed protectors are 4016

• Natural rubber testing certificate required