Multi-V Ribbed Belt with Polyester Fabric Cover from Germany
Poly-V belt with thermoplastic polyurethane base, polyester textile cover, and cord reinforcement for serpentine drives in machinery. HTS 3926.90.55.00 applies to these textile-containing plastic V-belts (including multi-ribbed variants) for machinery power transmission. Multiple ribs contact wider pulleys for higher power capacity.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Distinguish multi-ribbed from flat belts via profile specs in commercial invoices
• Test cover fabric weight to ensure 'containing textile fibers' vs mere coating
• Use HTS advisory rulings for novel rib configurations to preempt disputes