Butyl Rubber O-Ring for Vacuum Chamber Seals

Low-permeation butyl IIR O-ring for maintaining vacuum in semiconductor processing chambers. Classifies under HTS 4016.93.50.10 as vulcanized rubber O-ring seal. Excellent gas impermeability.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.5%+35.0%37.5%
🇲🇽Mexico2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇨🇦Canada2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇩🇪Germany2.5%+10.0%12.5%
🇯🇵Japan2.5%+10.0%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8481.80.90Lower: 37% vs 37.5%

If part of vacuum pump or chamber assembly

Apparatus control valves with rubber seals classify by function.

4008.11.10.00Lower: 35% vs 37.5%

If imported as cut-to-length rubber profile stock

Unworked rubber profiles over 5mm classify in heading 4008.

4016.93Same rate: 37.5%

If silicone preferred for ultra-high vacuum

Material-specific statistical reporting within seals category.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Outgassing data sheets required for cleanroom/semiconductor qualification

Specify permeation rates vs other rubbers to justify butyl classification

ESD-safe packaging prevents contamination during transit

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