Beverage Can Rubber Lid Seal

A thin vulcanized rubber seal lining aluminum beverage can lids for carbonated drinks, ensuring pressure retention. HTS 4016.99.1500 covers this as a lid seal of vulcanized rubber other than hard rubber.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.7%+17.5%20.2%
🇲🇽Mexico2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇨🇦Canada2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇩🇪Germany2.7%+10.0%12.7%
🇯🇵Japan2.7%+10.0%12.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

7616.10Lower: 16% vs 20.2%

If pre-laminated to aluminum lid before import

Aluminum-plastic-rubber laminates follow metal container heading.

4008.11.50.00Higher: 38.3% vs 20.2%

If imported as uncut sheets over 5mm thick

Primary form rubber sheets classify under heading 4008 per chapter notes.

3920.10.00.00Higher: 39.2% vs 20.2%

If silicone-based 'rubber' alternative

Silicone polymers often fall under Chapter 39 plastics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Ship in bulk rolls/sheets declared as 'can closure liners' to maintain rubber heading

Specify liner thickness and vulcanization process to distinguish from coatings