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Gates Hi-Power II V-Belt 5VX1060 from Germany

This is an endless transmission V-belt with a trapezoidal cross-section, outside circumference of 106 inches (269 cm, but classified under 4010.32.60 for belts 60-180 cm effective), made from vulcanized rubber for industrial machinery. It transmits power between pulleys in equipment like conveyors and pumps, fitting HTS 4010.32.60 as a non-V-ribbed endless belt in the specified size range. Excludes textile-impregnated types under note to heading 4010.

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

• Verify exact outside circumference measurement against 60-180 cm threshold using calipers for accurate HTS classification

• Provide manufacturer specs confirming vulcanized rubber construction and endless transmission belt function to avoid misclassification as parts

• Include material safety data sheets (MSDS) to confirm no prohibited textile content per Chapter 40 exclusions