NBR O-Ring Assortment for General Industrial Use

Standard nitrile butadiene rubber (NBR) O-ring kit in various AS568 sizes for maintenance applications. Falls under HTS 4016.93.50.10 as assorted vulcanized rubber O-rings (other seals). Common in MRO inventories.

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.

8205.59.10.00Higher: 42.2% vs 37.5%

If sold as part of mechanic's tool set

Tool sets including replaceable seals classify by set provisions.

4016.99Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If includes non-O-ring shapes in assortment

Mixed seal types beyond O-rings fall to residual 'other' provisions.

8479.89Lower: 12.5% vs 37.5%

If imported with industrial machinery identification

Unspecified machinery parts default to Chapter 84 residuum.

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Import Tips & Compliance

List individual sizes/quantities on commercial invoice to prevent 'set' misclassification

Temperature range certification (-40°F to 250°F typical) supports NBR identity

Avoid machinery association in descriptions to stay in Chapter 40

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Viton O-Ring for Hydraulic Cylinder Seals

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Silicone O-Ring for Plumbing Fixtures

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EPDM O-Ring for HVAC Compressor

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FFKM O-Ring for Chemical Processing Pumps

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Neoprene O-Ring for Marine Engine Seals

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