Neoprene Foam Sheet for Gaskets from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• 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