Tubeless Bicycle Rim Strips from Japan
Specialized rubber strips for tubeless tire setups on mountain bikes, sealing rim beds and preventing air leaks. Made from durable synthetic rubber compounds. HTS 4012.90.70.00 covers these as bicycle rim strips under other rubber tire accessories.
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
• Document compatibility with specific rim widths (e.g
• 25-35mm) to prove bicycle-specific use and avoid general rubber article classification
• Ensure no metal reinforcements, as those could shift to Chapter 87 bicycle parts