Kneaded Rubber Eraser
A moldable, gray eraser made from vulcanized natural rubber, used by artists for precise highlighting and texture removal by kneading into shapes. Falls under HTS 4016.92.00.00 as a specialized vulcanized rubber eraser article.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported as unvulcanized synthetic rubber mixture before forming
Unvulcanized mixtures classify in 4002; vulcanization completes transformation to 4016 articles.
If when attached to a pencil end
Pencil-top erasers are parts of writing instruments under Chapter 96, not standalone rubber erasers.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Test for essential rubber character per note 5; small additives allowed but cannot alter raw material status
• Require origin certificates for preferential duty under USMCA if from qualifying countries
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Large Classroom Eraser
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Electric Pencil Eraser Refill
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