Natural Rubber Foam Strip from Canada
Vulcanized cellular natural rubber strips for packaging cushions and protective inserts. Falls under 4008.19.80.00 as vulcanized cellular rubber profile shapes simply cut to rectangular cross-section.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document natural rubber source and vulcanization; distinguishes from synthetic rubber but same 4008 classification
• Confirm strip cross-section exceeds 5mm if thread-like, per chapter note 6 (classifies as strip)
• Prevent Section XI confusion by certifying no textile content >15%