Schwalbe SV15 Bicycle Inner Tube from China
The Schwalbe SV15 is a standard Presta valve inner tube made from butyl rubber, designed specifically for bicycle tires with diameters from 16 to 28 inches. It provides airtight sealing and puncture resistance essential for maintaining tire pressure during cycling. This product falls under HTS 4013.20.00.00 as an inner tube of rubber explicitly for bicycle use, distinct from automotive or other applications.
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Import Tips
• Verify the tube's valve type (Presta or Schrader) and size compatibility with bicycle rims to avoid misclassification as general-purpose tubes
• Include manufacturer specs confirming 'bicycle use' in documentation to meet HTS 4013.20 criteria and prevent reclassification
• Check for butyl rubber composition; synthetic rubber blends must retain essential rubber character per Chapter 40 notes