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Retreaded Truck Tire from Japan

A pneumatic truck tire that has been retreaded with new rubber tread on the worn casing for extended use. Classified under HTS 4012.90.90.00 as a retreaded pneumatic tire of rubber, distinct from new or solid tires.

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

• Provide retread certification from approved facilities to meet safety standards and avoid rejection

• Label with retread date and casing age; discrepancies can lead to reclassification as new tires

• Check for agricultural exemptions if destined for farm use, potentially lowering duties