White Art Gum Eraser from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
14.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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