Bridgestone Bandag BT470 Inner Tube

A robust butyl rubber inner tube for truck and bus retread tires, engineered for high-pressure applications and extended service life in fleet operations. It meets Chapter 40 definitions for vulcanized rubber inner tubes and is specifically sized for truck axles. Classified under 4013.10.00.20 for truck/bus use, excluding mechanical appliances or sports articles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.7%+50.0%53.7%
🇲🇽Mexico3.7%+25.0%28.7%
🇨🇦Canada3.7%+25.0%28.7%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+15.0%15%
🇯🇵JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4013.10.00.10Same rate: 53.7%

If for lighter-duty motor car applications

Statistical distinction within 4013.10 for inner tubes used on cars vs. heavier truck/bus variants.

4005.20.00Lower: 35% vs 53.7%

If imported in primary form as compounded rubber latex for tube production

Unvulcanized rubber mixtures in primary forms fall under 4005 per Chapter notes, before forming into tubes.

4013.90Lower: 13.7% vs 53.7%

If of vulcanized hard rubber construction

Hard rubber inner tubes shift to the 'other' subheading in 4013, distinct from soft vulcanized rubber.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include pressure ratings (e.g

120 PSI) and valve type (e.g

TRJ) in invoices to confirm suitability for truck/bus tires

Ensure no hard rubber components, as per Chapter 40 note (d), to prevent classification issues