Polyurethane Foam Rubber Block from Germany
Vulcanized cellular polyurethane rubber blocks of regular rectangular shape for cutting into custom gaskets. HTS 4008.19.80.00 as cellular rubber plates/blocks, uncut or simply cut to rectangular shape per chapter note 8 definition.
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
• Confirm polyurethane qualifies as synthetic rubber via vulcanization/elongation tests in chapter note 2
• Document block dimensions showing regular geometric shape; irregular lumps classify differently
• Prevent reclassification to Chapter 39 by providing rubber polymer composition analysis