Natural Rubber Bike Rim Tape from Germany
Adhesive-backed strips of natural vulcanized rubber that line bicycle rims to cushion inner tubes against sharp edges. Commonly used on touring and gravel bikes for durability. Falls under HTS 4012.90.70.00 as dedicated bicycle rim strips per the tariff description.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide lab certification of natural rubber content to distinguish from synthetics and comply with Chapter 40 note 1
• Label products clearly as 'bicycle rim strips' to match exact HTS subheading; generic 'rim tape' invites reclassification
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain rubber goods; check current notices for origin-specific restrictions