Michelin X Line Energy T Truck Tire from Japan
A new pneumatic radial truck tire designed for long-haul semi-trucks, featuring reinforced sidewalls and low rolling resistance tread. Classified under HTS 4011.20.50 as it is a rubber tire for trucks, not specifically for buses or agricultural/off-road use. Excludes bias-ply construction and bus-specific designs.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify tire is new and pneumatic via manufacturer certification; DOT markings must be present for US compliance
• Ensure load index and speed rating match truck use to avoid reclassification
• Common pitfall: importing used tires, which fall outside this heading