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U.S. imports of chloroprene (neoprene) rubber — non-latex primary forms, plates, sheets & strip (HS 400249) totaled $6.0M in April 2026, traded with 15 countries.
Importers of Chloroprene (Neoprene) Rubber — Non-Latex Primary Forms, Plates, Sheets & Strip paid $332K in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 5.6% on $5.9M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataSolid chloroprene rubber — marketed widely under the trade name neoprene — arrives in primary forms such as bales or chips, or as plates, sheets, and strip, and is a critical input for automotive seals, industrial hoses, wetsuits, and construction membranes. Japan and Germany are the dominant US suppliers, with China a growing third source. All imports are covered by a single tariff line, 4002490000. Buyers sourcing from China should assess exposure to Section 301 tariffs, which apply to a broad range of rubber and chemical products of Chinese origin.
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No. HTS 4002490000 covers all non-latex chloroprene rubber whether presented as primary forms (e.g., bales, crumbs, granules) or as plates, sheets, or strip. The key classification boundary is between latex (4002410000) and non-latex forms, not between the various solid presentations.
Imports of chloroprene rubber from China may be subject to Section 301 tariffs. Importers should confirm the current applicability and any exclusions with a licensed customs broker before entry, as the scope and rates of Section 301 measures have been subject to ongoing review and modification.
Monthly import values over time
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4002490000 | CHLOROPRENE (CHLOROBUTADIENE) RUB, EXC LATEX,NESOI | $6.0M | 5.59% | $332K |
CHLOROPRENE (CHLOROBUTADIENE) RUB, EXC LATEX,NESOI
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 4002490000 | CHLOROPRENE (CHLOROBUTADIENE) RUB, EXC LATEX,NESOI | $1.6M |
CHLOROPRENE (CHLOROBUTADIENE) RUB, EXC LATEX,NESOI
165.9K kg
NEW PNEUMATIC TIRES OF RUBBER, FOR MOTOR CARS
HS 401110
NEW PNEUMATIC TIRES OF RUBBER, FOR BUSES OR TRUCKS
HS 401120
GASKET, WASHERS & OTHER SEALS, OF VULCANIZED RUB
HS 401693
ARTICLES OF SOFT VULCANIZED RUBBER NESOI
HS 401699
MEDICAL/SURGICAL/DENTAL/VET GLOVES, MITTENS, MITTS
HS 401512
NEW PNEUMATIC TIRES OF RUBBER, NESOI
HS 401190
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| State | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | $1.9M | $336K | -$1.5M |
| North Carolina | $1.5M | $246K | -$1.2M |
| New York | $1.4M | $45K | -$1.3M |
| Port | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEWARK, NJ | $3.2M | -- | -$3.2M |
| CHARLESTON, SC | $1.5M | -- | -$1.5M |
| LOS ANGELES, CA | $1.0M | $40K | -$971K |