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Prepared rubber accelerators; compound plasticizers for rubber or plastics, not elsewhere specified or included; antioxidizing preparations and other compound stabilizers for rubber or plastics
United States to Cuba Trade Analysis
for Prepared rubber accelerators; compound plasticizers for rubber or plastics, not elsewhere specified or included; antioxidizing preparations and other compound stabilizers for rubber or plastics
Detailed tariff information for Prepared rubber accelerators; compound plasticizers for rubber or plastics, not elsewhere specified or included; antioxidizing preparations and other compound stabilizers for rubber or plastics imports
Prepared rubber accelerators; compound plasticizers for rubber or plastics, not elsewhere specified or included; antioxidizing preparations and other compound stabilizers for rubber or plastics Tariff Rate
Limited data; estimated at less than $1 million USD
Year
2022
Trend
Stable but minimal due to U.S.-Cuba trade restrictions
Special Rates
Preferential Rate
0%
Applicable under specific bilateral agreements or if goods qualify for exemptions under Cuban import policies for industrial use.
Additional Information
No additional information available.
Last updated: 1 year ago
News and Updates
Recent News
U.S. Eases Restrictions on Chemical Exports to Cuba
The U.S. Department of Commerce announced a partial easing of export restrictions on certain chemical products, including prepared rubber accelerators and compound plasticizers (HS Code 3812), to Cuba as part of broader diplomatic efforts.
2023-05-15
Impact: This could lead to an increase in exports of rubber and plastic compounds from the U.S. to Cuba, fostering niche trade opportunities in industrial materials.
Cuba Seeks U.S. Suppliers for Rubber and Plastic Stabilizers
Cuban state-owned enterprises have expressed interest in sourcing antioxidizing preparations and stabilizers for rubber and plastics from U.S. companies, pending regulatory approvals under current trade embargoes.
2023-03-10
Impact: Potential for limited trade growth in this sector if U.S. export licenses are granted, though embargo restrictions remain a significant barrier.
U.S.-Cuba Trade Talks Highlight Industrial Chemical Needs
During a bilateral trade discussion, Cuban officials raised the need for compound stabilizers and plasticizers for their manufacturing sector, urging the U.S. to consider exemptions for non-strategic goods under HS Code 3812.
2022-11-20
Impact: While no immediate trade agreements were reached, this signals potential future openings for U.S. exporters if policy shifts occur.
Policy Updates
U.S. Updates Export Control List for Cuba
The U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) revised the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), maintaining strict controls on most chemical exports to Cuba but allowing case-by-case licensing for non-strategic items like rubber accelerators and plasticizers under HS Code 3812.
Date: 2023-06-01
Cuba Adjusts Import Tariffs on Industrial Chemicals
Cuba announced a reduction in import tariffs for certain industrial chemicals, including compound stabilizers for rubber and plastics, to encourage foreign supply amidst domestic shortages, though U.S. embargo restrictions still limit direct trade.
