Natural Rubber Tool Handles from Mexico
Molded ergonomic handles of vulcanized natural rubber for hand tools. HTS 4016.99.3550 as other natural rubber, not Chapter 82 tool parts unless specified. Excludes hard rubber per notes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Import handles separately from tools to maintain 4016 classification
• Prove natural rubber via spectrometry
• Avoid describing as 'parts' if standalone