Latex Foam Natural Rubber Floor Mats from China
Mats produced from vulcanized natural rubber latex foam for indoor use, providing cushioning and anti-slip surfaces. Falls under HTS 4016.99.35 as other vulcanized natural rubber articles, not flooring of Chapter 69 or excluded textiles. Foam structure from natural latex qualifies it here.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document latex origin and vulcanization to distinguish from synthetic foams
• Ensure no textile backing, or it risks Chapter 59 classification
• Measure thickness; items over certain specs may need structural analysis