Neoprene Foam Sheet for Gaskets
A vulcanized cellular natural rubber foam sheet used for manufacturing industrial gaskets and seals. Classified under HTS 4008.19.4000 as it is a plate/sheet of cellular natural rubber, other than hard rubber, not further worked beyond rectangular shape.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇨🇦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made from synthetic rubber like neoprene (polychloroprene)
Synthetic cellular rubber sheets fall under 4008.11, not natural rubber subheading.
If non-cellular (solid) natural rubber
Lacks cellular/foam structure, moves to non-cellular natural rubber plates/sheets.
If heavily compounded with plastics exceeding rubber character
Predominantly plastic composition shifts to Chapter 39 plastics.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify cellular structure via density testing (<0.92 g/cm³) to confirm classification as 'cellular rubber'
• Provide manufacturer specs confirming vulcanized natural rubber composition; avoid misclassification as synthetic under 4008.11
• Ensure sheets are simply cut to rectangular shapes without further processing to stay in heading 4008
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