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Cellular Rubber Weatherstripping

Expanded cellular rubber strips used for sealing gaps in doors and windows to prevent air and water infiltration. Classified under HTS 4016.10.00.00 as it is a vulcanized cellular rubber article designed for insulation and sealing, not covered by other specific headings. Its sponge-like structure provides compressibility and weather resistance.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3921.13Lower: 14.2% vs 35%

If made primarily from polyurethane foam rather than rubber

Cellular plastics like PU foam are classified in Chapter 39, not rubber Chapter 40.

4016.99Lower: 12.5% vs 35%

If non-cellular vulcanized rubber

Loses cellular rubber specificity, falling into the general vulcanized rubber articles heading.

8302.41.30Higher: 38.9% vs 35%

If base metal frame with cellular rubber as minor component

Mountings of base metal take precedence over rubber material per classification rules.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify cellular structure via cross-section analysis to confirm classification under 4016.10, as non-cellular rubber falls under 4016.99

Include material test reports showing vulcanized cellular rubber composition to avoid reclassification

Related Products under HTS 4016.10.00.00

Neoprene Foam Gaskets

Closed-cell neoprene rubber gaskets used in machinery and automotive applications for vibration damping and sealing. Falls under HTS 4016.10.00.00 due to its vulcanized cellular rubber construction, providing resilience and chemical resistance. Not a hard rubber or excluded article per Chapter 40 notes.

Rubber Foam Bumpers

Soft cellular rubber bumpers for protecting furniture edges and machinery. Classified 4016.10.00.00 for vulcanized cellular rubber protective articles, not excluded under Chapter notes. High resilience prevents damage from impacts.

Silicone Sponge Rubber Sheets

High-temperature resistant cellular silicone rubber sheets for gasketing and insulation. Under 4016.10.00.00 as vulcanized cellular rubber per Chapter 40 definitions, suitable for extreme environments. Maintains flexibility from -60°C to 200°C.

CR Foam Pipe Insulation

Chloroprene (CR) rubber foam tubes for insulating plumbing and refrigeration pipes. Classified 4016.10.00.00 as cellular rubber articles, providing condensation control and thermal barrier. Pre-slit design for easy installation.

Rubber Foam Acoustic Panels

Cellular rubber panels with pyramid surface for sound absorption in studios and machinery enclosures. HTS 4016.10.00.00 for vulcanized cellular rubber articles, not Chapter 90 optical/sound appliances. Effective noise reduction without textile content.

Microcellular Rubber Edge Guards

Fine-cell microcellular rubber U-channel profiles for protecting sharp edges on glass and metal. Under 4016.10.00.00 as specific cellular rubber articles, offering cushioning superior to dense rubber. Used in furniture and automotive trim.