Jute Textile Reinforced Rubber Transmission Belting from Japan
Vulcanized rubber transmission belting reinforced only with jute (vegetable) fiber textiles predominant by weight. Used in machinery power transfer systems. Falls under 4010.12.10.00 for vegetable fiber-dominant textile reinforcement in vulcanized rubber belts.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document jute content with invoices and test reports; jute's natural vegetable fiber status must predominate
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as 4010.12.50 if minor synthetics exceed jute weight
• Label clearly as 'conveyor or transmission belting' to distinguish from rubber sheets (4008)