U.S. imports of Vulcanized Rubber Rods & Profile Shapes (Noncellular) (HS 400829) totaled $3.3M in August 2026, imported from 54 countries.
Importers of Vulcanized Rubber Rods & Profile Shapes (Noncellular) paid $459K in duties in August 2026, an average duty rate of 13.94% — duty actually collected as a share of the imports that cleared customs, not the published tariff schedule. Vulcanized Rubber Rods & Profile Shapes (Noncellular) imports of $3.3M in August 2026 ran 12% above the year-to-date monthly average of $3.0M.
Last updated: August 2026 dataExtruded and molded noncellular vulcanized rubber in rod, profile, and other custom cross-sectional shapes serves sealing, vibration-damping, and structural gasketing functions across construction, automotive, and industrial equipment sectors. The US tariff schedule subdivides this heading into three 10-digit lines — 4008290000 (rods), 4008292000 (profile shapes), and 4008294000 (other shapes, NESOI) — making precise shape description in commercial invoices essential to avoid misclassification between lines. Profile shapes are distinguished by their consistent cross-sectional geometry produced by extrusion, whereas 'other shapes' covers molded or cut forms that do not fit the rod or profile definitions. Section 301 exposure applies to imports from certain origins, and the multi-line structure means each shape type must be declared separately.
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Profile shapes are defined by a uniform cross-section produced continuously by extrusion — think door seals, window glazing channels, or T-sections. 'Other shapes' under 4008294000 captures molded, cut, or otherwise formed rubber pieces that have a defined geometry but are not produced as continuous extruded profiles. Providing a cross-sectional drawing and manufacturing process description in the entry package helps CBP confirm the correct line.
Imports from certain countries may be subject to Section 301 tariffs depending on origin. Because the three 10-digit lines under 4008 carry the same base rate, the Section 301 applicability is driven by country of origin rather than shape type. Importers should verify current Section 301 lists and any applicable exclusions before entry.
Subheading 3 of 4 in heading 4008
Subheading 400829 · $3.3M of $35.5M
ImportsExports
Imports
$3.3MYoY · free account
Exports
$3.2MYoY · free account
12-mo low · imports
Low · free accountOver the twelve months to August 2026, the U.S. imported $35.4M of Vulcanized Rubber Rods & Profile Shapes (Noncellular) and exported $41.1M.
Through August 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.
HS10 import codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
| Code | Description | Imports for consumption | Average duty rate | Dutiable Share | Duty Collected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4008292000 | Profile Shapes, of Noncellular Rubber | $2.0M | 14.30% | 89.47% | $291K |
| 4008294000 | Other Shapes, of Noncellular Rubber, NESOI | $1.3M | 13.37% | 83.14% | $168K |
HS10 export codes under this HS6 parent, each with its own page. Source: U.S. Schedule B export classification.
| Code | Description | Export Value |
|---|---|---|
| 4008290000 | Rods of Vulcanized Rub, of Noncellular Rub, NESOI | $3.2M |
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 pays 40.2% duty; Canada 2.5%.
customs district
destination
entry
rate provision · imports
12.6% enters free of duty; duty collected equals 13.94% of imports for consumption.
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