Natural Rubber Exercise Loop Bands from Germany
Vulcanized natural rubber continuous loops used for resistance training and physical therapy exercises. HTS 4016.99.35.10 classifies these fitness rubber bands made from natural rubber, excluding Chapter 95 sports articles. Layered construction provides progressive resistance.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Fitness gear labeling must specify 'not medical device' to avoid Chapter 90 pull; CPSC compliance for consumer safety
• Resistance levels documented—higher durometer may border hard rubber exclusion
• Sets with handles shift classification; import bands separately