Latex Foam Natural Rubber Floor Mats from Germany
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 — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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