Synthetic Fiber Cogged Industrial Drive Belt from Japan
Cogged vulcanized rubber transmission belt with synthetic fiber (polyester/nylon) textile reinforcement predominant by weight. HTS 4010.39.45.00 covers this 'other' combined textile transmission belting. Cogs reduce bending stress in small pulley applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide cross-section diagrams showing textile cord placement within rubber matrix
• Certify no vulcanizing agents beyond permitted levels to maintain Chapter 40 status
• Monitor minimum order quantities that might trigger 'commercial sample' vs bulk duty differences