V-Belt with Polyester Cord Transmission Belt from Japan
A vulcanized rubber V-belt reinforced with polyester textile cords predominant by weight, used in automotive and industrial machinery for power transmission. It falls under HTS 4010.39.45.00 as a transmission belt combined with man-made fiber textile components where polyester predominates. The design ensures high tensile strength and flexibility under load.
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
• Verify textile fiber content via lab testing to confirm man-made fibers like polyester predominate by weight over any other fiber
• Provide manufacturer specs showing vulcanized rubber construction and transmission belting function to avoid misclassification as conveyor belts
• Include HS declaration with weight breakdown of rubber vs. textile components to prevent valuation disputes