Narrow Wedge Belt 3VX500 from China
A high-efficiency narrow wedge belt made from vulcanized rubber for compact drive systems in fitness equipment and pumps. Its wedge profile enhances power transmission in limited spaces. HTS 4010.39.90 covers this as other vulcanized rubber transmission belting.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include test reports confirming vulcanization and rubber as primary material per Chapter 40 notes
• Avoid bulk packaging that could imply raw material status under 4002
• Screen for TSCA compliance on chemical content for U.S. entry