Bridgestone Potenza RE980AS 255/35R20 from Germany
All-season radial tire for passenger cars with a 20-inch rim diameter exceeding 18 inches, optimized for luxury sedans and SUVs. Features silica-enhanced rubber tread for wet traction. Falls under 4011.10.10.70 as a new pneumatic radial tire for motor cars.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.5315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (o) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column1 less than 15 percent.
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Include sidewall markings photos and manufacturer specs in documentation for accurate duty assessment
• Comply with TIB regulations; declare exact size and type to match radial subheading precisely
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as truck tires, which changes to different headings