Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 40052000: Solutions and Dispersions of Rubber, Unvulcanized, Compounded with Other Than Carbon Black or Silica

The HS Code 40052000 refers to solutions and dispersions of rubber that are unvulcanized and compounded with substances other than carbon black or silica. This code is used to classify and identify these specific types of rubber products for trade and customs purposes.

When it comes to trade barriers and market access, countries must adhere to the principle of non-discrimination. This means that when a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up its market, it must do so for the same goods or services from all its trading partners. The bound or MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for HS Code 40052000 is free, which means that the importing country does not impose any duties on these rubber solutions and dispersions.

The quantity unit for HS Code 40052000 is kilograms (KG). This unit of measurement is used to determine the weight or quantity of the rubber products being imported or exported under this code.

There are several special tariff preference programs that offer duty-free treatment for products classified under HS Code 40052000. These programs include:

• Generalized System of Preferences (GSP): This program provides duty-free treatment for eligible products from developing countries.
• Australia Special Rate: This program offers duty-free treatment for rubber solutions and dispersions imported from Australia.
• Automotive Products Trade Act (APTA): Rubber products eligible under this program receive duty-free treatment.
• Bahrain Special Rate: Rubber solutions and dispersions imported from Bahrain enjoy duty-free treatment.
• Agreement on Trade in Civil Aircraft: This program provides duty-free treatment for rubber products used in civil aircraft.
• NAFTA for Canada and Mexico: Under the North American Free Trade Agreement, rubber solutions and dispersions from Canada and Mexico are eligible for duty-free treatment.
• Chile Special Rate: This program offers duty-free treatment for rubber products imported from Chile.
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI): Rubber solutions and dispersions from eligible CBI countries receive duty-free treatment.
• Israel Special Rate: Rubber products imported from Israel enjoy duty-free treatment.
• Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA): Rubber solutions and dispersions from ATPA beneficiary countries receive duty-free treatment.
• Jordan Special Rate: This program offers duty-free treatment for rubber products imported from Jordan.
• Morocco Special Rate: Rubber solutions and dispersions from Morocco receive duty-free treatment.
• Oman Special Rate: This program provides duty-free treatment for rubber products imported from Oman.
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA): Rubber solutions and dispersions from DR-CAFTA countries enjoy duty-free treatment.
• Peru Special Rate: This program offers duty-free treatment for rubber products imported from Peru.
• Singapore Special Rate: Rubber solutions and dispersions imported from Singapore receive duty-free treatment.

When it comes to importing HS Code 40052000 products into the United States, the following states are major importers:

• Arkansas
• Colorado
• Minnesota
• Missouri
• Nebraska
• New Mexico
• North Carolina
• Ohio
• Pennsylvania
• Wisconsin

On the other hand, the following states are major exporters of HS Code 40052000 products from the United States:

• Arizona
• Colorado
• Delaware
• Maryland
• Michigan
• Minnesota
• New Hampshire
• New Mexico
• Pennsylvania
• Vermont
• Wisconsin

The trade of rubber solutions and dispersions under HS Code 40052000 plays a significant role in various industries, including automotive, construction, and manufacturing. These products are used in the production of tires, rubber hoses, belts, gaskets, and various other rubber components. The duty-free treatment provided by special tariff preference programs encourages trade and enhances economic cooperation between countries.

It is important for importers and exporters to familiarize themselves with the specific regulations and requirements governing the trade of rubber solutions and dispersions under HS Code 40052000. This knowledge will ensure compliance with customs procedures and facilitate smooth international trade operations.