U.S. imports of vulcanized rubber erasers (HS 401692) totaled $464K in August 2026, imported from 25 countries.
Importers of Vulcanized Rubber Erasers paid $73K in duties in August 2026, an effective tariff rate of 15.75% of the $464K imported — duty actually collected as a share of that value, not the published tariff schedule. Vulcanized Rubber Erasers imports of $464K in August 2026 ran 15% below the year-to-date monthly average of $544K.
Last updated: August 2026 dataPencil and drafting erasers of vulcanized rubber — a mature stationery commodity — classify under a single US tariff line (4016920000) and are subject to Section 301 tariff exposure when sourced from China, which leads US imports. Vietnam and Japan are also notable suppliers. The product's classification hinges on the rubber being vulcanized rather than simply compounded; erasers of plastic (e.g., PVC) fall outside Chapter 40 entirely and are classified in Chapter 39.
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227 shipments/mo
Vulcanized rubber erasers are made from natural or synthetic rubber that has undergone a sulfur-based or peroxide cross-linking process, giving them characteristic elasticity and abrasion properties. Erasers composed primarily of PVC or other thermoplastic materials classify under Chapter 39. When composition is unclear, a material analysis or supplier's technical data sheet confirming the vulcanization process supports the Chapter 40 classification.
Yes. Rubber erasers imported from China are subject to Section 301 tariffs in addition to the standard MFN duty. Importers should confirm the applicable Section 301 list and any exclusion orders in effect at the time of entry, as exclusion status can change. Working with a licensed customs broker to verify the current duty stack is advisable before finalizing sourcing decisions.
HSChapter 40
ImportsExports
Imports
$464KYoY · free account
Exports
$82KYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
YoY · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $6.2M of Vulcanized Rubber Erasers.
Fewer than 6 of the last 12 months reported trade above $500K; the trend chart is not shown for thin series.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
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Subheading 7 of 7 in heading 4016
Subheading 401692 · $464K of $451.4M
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Import Value | Effective Tariff % | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4016920000 | Erasers, Of Vulcanized Rubber, Exc Hard Rubber | $464K | 15.75% | 99.80% | $73K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 4016920000 | Erasers, Of Vulcanized Rubber, Exc Hard Rubber | $82K |
Import lines come from the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule and export lines from Schedule B. The two are numbered by different agencies, so the same 10-digit code can appear in both tables describing a different product.
Imports · August 2026
origin
China and Vietnam together supply 86% of it.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
0.2% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 15.75% of total import value.