Vulcanized Natural Rubber Pipe Plugs from Japan
Tapered plugs from natural rubber used to temporarily seal pipes during testing or storage. Classified in HTS 4016.99.35 as other articles of vulcanized natural rubber, not stoppers of glass/plastic. Sealing utility for plumbing defines it.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify temporary use to avoid Chapter 73 permanent fittings
• Document natural rubber content exceeding 50%
• Include durometer hardness specs for verification