Rubber Fitness Equipment Handle from Germany
Grip handle for exercise machines or dumbbells made from vulcanized rubber. Classified in HTS 4016.99.10.00 as rubber handles, excluded from Chapter 95 toys/sports only if not gloves or specific 4011-4013 articles.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document end-use as fitness equipment to avoid Chapter 95 sports articles
• Test for vulcanization per Chapter 40 notes to confirm not primary form