Dunlop Aircraft H34 Radial Tire from Japan
Dunlop H34 is a radial pneumatic tire for heavy-lift aircraft such as the C-17 Globemaster, built with aramid reinforcement for extreme conditions. It is covered by HTS 4011.30.0050 for new 'other' aircraft pneumatic tires of rubber, adhering to Chapter 40 definitions excluding hard rubber or electrical appliances. The tire supports military and cargo aviation needs.
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
• Comply with ITAR if military-spec; provide bill of materials for rubber content verification
• Common issue: Delays from missing pneumatic pressure test certifications