White Art Gum Eraser from Japan
A soft, pliable eraser made from natural vulcanized rubber crumbs, ideal for artists to remove charcoal, pastels, or graphite without damaging paper surfaces. Classified under HTS 4016.92.00.00 as a vulcanized rubber eraser article, meeting Chapter 40 definitions for non-hard rubber products.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide lab analysis showing compliance with Chapter 40 note on vulcanized rubber to distinguish from synthetic gums
• Label clearly as 'eraser' to avoid scrutiny as unclassified rubber waste under 4004