Fitness Equipment Handle Grips from Japan
Vulcanized rubber grip sleeves that function as seals at handle-bar connections on exercise bikes and ellipticals. HTS 4016.93.5050 for other rubber seals in sporting goods excluding Chapter 95 gloves.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Demonstrate dual function (grip + seal) with engineering specs to justify classification
• Package separately from metal frames to avoid set classification issues
• Check REACH compliance for EU exports alongside US import requirements