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Rubber Pet Food Mat

A non-slip mat of vulcanized rubber placed under pet bowls to contain spills in homes. HTS 4016.99.0500 includes this as a household article for pet care, not animal equipment.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.4%+20.0%23.4%
🇲🇽Mexico3.4%+10.0%13.4%
🇨🇦Canada3.4%+10.0%13.4%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

4201.00.60.00Higher: 40.3% vs 23.4%

If with saddle/tree for riding animals

Specific animal equipment headings exclude general pet goods.

3918.10.20.00Higher: 42.8% vs 23.4%

If plastic pet mats under 1m width

Plastic floor coverings for pets classify separately.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Market as 'household pet accessory' not farm/livestock to stay in .0500

• Easy-clean surface treatment documentation

• Size limit prevents floor mat classification