Jute-Fiber Plastic Machinery Timing Belt from Canada
A timing belt for industrial machinery featuring a plastic body reinforced with jute (vegetable) fiber textiles that predominate by weight, ensuring precise synchronization in engines or conveyors. Classified in 3926.90.5600 due to the plastic primary material and dominant vegetable textile components per subheading rules. Jute provides eco-friendly reinforcement.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
15.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Obtain certificates of fiber content from suppliers to prove jute predominance over other textiles
• Declare exact belt dimensions and use (machinery vs. apparel) to prevent misclassification as fashion belts