Retreaded Michelin X Line Energy T Truck Tire from Japan
This retreaded pneumatic tire is designed for on-the-highway use on heavy-duty trucks, featuring a durable tread pattern optimized for long-haul freight transport. It falls under HTS 4012.12.8029 as a retreaded tire specifically for buses or trucks, excluding radial types and certain specialized applications. The retreading process reuses the casing with a new tread for cost-effective sustainability.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify DOT marking and retread manufacturer certification to prove compliance with FMVSS standards
• Provide detailed documentation on original casing condition and retread process to avoid misclassification as new tires
• Watch for common pitfalls like incorrect size reporting, which can trigger reclassification to other subheadings