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Neoprene Cellular Edge Trim Profile from Japan

Foamed neoprene rubber profiles shaped as U-channel edge protectors for furniture and appliances. HTS 4008.19.60.00 covers these cellular vulcanized rubber profile shapes.

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

• Provide lab analysis confirming neoprene (CR) as vulcanized rubber per chapter notes

• Distinguish from textiles by ensuring rubber predominates (no Chapter 40 exclusions)

• Avoid pre-applied adhesives that could make it a 'further worked' article