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Sisal Textile Vulcanized Rubber Conveyor for Food Processing from Japan

Food-grade vulcanized rubber conveyor belting reinforced with sisal (vegetable fiber) textiles predominant by weight. Used in fruit/vegetable sorting lines. Meets 4010.12.10.00 for vegetable fiber textile reinforcement.

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

• Comply with FDA regs for food contact; test for sisal purity

• Declare exact weave and ply count for Customs verification

• Avoid reclassification by proving no metal or synthetic cords