Heading 4002

Synthetic rubber and factice derived from oils, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip; mixtures of any product of heading 4001 with any product of this heading, in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip

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Heading 4002 covers synthetic rubber and factice derived from oils in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip, and mixtures of heading 4001 products with products of this heading. The heading is split first by polymer type, including SBR, BR, IIR, CR, NBR, IR and EPDM, and then by form such as latex or other. SBR lines are further split by styrene content and production method.

Products in this heading

SBR latex
E-SBR in bales
S-SBR in bales
SBS thermoplastic elastomer granules
Butadiene rubber (BR)
Butyl rubber (IIR)
EPDM rubber
NBR latex

How to choose the right subheading

Identify the polymer type: SBR or XSBR, BR, IIR or CIIR or BIIR, CR, NBR, IR, EPDM, or another synthetic rubber.
Determine the form: latex versus other primary forms, plates, sheets or strip.
For SBR and XSBR, check styrene content by weight of the dry polymer and whether it is emulsion SBR, solution SBR, SBS, or other.
Check whether the product is a mixture of a heading 4001 product with a product of heading 4002.
Confirm the rubber is not compounded or vulcanized; those states move to other headings.

Often confused with

Unvulcanized compounded rubber
Compounded rubber is classified in heading 4005, not as a raw synthetic rubber in heading 4002.
Heading 4005
Vulcanized rubber sheets or strip
Vulcanized rubber plates, sheets and strip go to heading 4008.
Heading 4008
New pneumatic rubber tires
Tires are finished rubber articles classified in heading 4011.
Heading 4011
Rubber gloves
Vulcanized rubber apparel and gloves are classified in heading 4015.
Heading 4015
Natural rubber latex
Natural rubber and similar natural gums are classified in heading 4001.
Heading 4001

Frequently asked questions

What is the HTS code for SBR latex?

SBR latex is classified under 4002.11.00.00; the general (MFN) rate is Free.

What is the duty on EPDM rubber?

EPDM rubber is classified under 4002.70.00.00; the general (MFN) rate is Free.

How do I classify SBR bales?

For SBR in bales with 50% or less styrene by weight of the dry polymer, use 4002.19.00.15 for emulsion SBR or 4002.19.00.16 for solution SBR; the general (MFN) rate for each is Free.

Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.