PVC Machinery Drive Belt with Cotton Reinforcement from China
A drive belt for industrial machinery made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic reinforced with cotton textile fibers for cost-effective power transmission. Classified in HTS 3926.90.59.00 as other belting containing textiles, suitable for light-duty applications like fans and blowers. Cotton integration improves grip and reduces slippage.
Duty Rate — China → United States
39.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document PVC monomer content >95% per Chapter 39 note (a)(1) to secure plastic heading
• Avoid misdeclaration as apparel belts by including machinery OEM specs
• Test for phthalate content if for consumer machinery, per import regulations