Cellular Rubber Weatherstripping Profile from Japan
Extruded profile shapes made from cellular vulcanized rubber used for sealing doors and windows in buildings and vehicles. Classified under HTS 4008.19.60.00 as profile shapes of cellular rubber, not hard rubber, due to its irregular cross-section and foamed structure for insulation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify cellular structure via density testing to confirm classification under 4008.19 vs non-cellular 4008.11
• Provide manufacturer specs showing vulcanized rubber composition excluding hard rubber
• Avoid misclassification as finished articles by documenting as bulk profile shapes, not cut-to-length seals