Panaracer Natural Rubber Bicycle Rim Protector from Japan
Panaracer rim protectors made of natural rubber to line bicycle rims and prevent punctures. Classified in HTS 4012.90.30.00 as specific natural rubber bicycle rim strips.
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
• Document bicycle compatibility (e.g
• 700c, 26-inch rims) to solidify classification
• Test for vulcanization per Chapter 40 synthetic rubber notes to exclude mixtures