Dipped Polyester Tire Cord Fabric for Truck Tires from Japan
High tenacity polyester cord fabric that has been RFL (resorcinol formaldehyde latex) dipped for enhanced rubber adhesion, used in commercial truck tire plies. HTS 5902.20.00.00 applies to the undipped tire cord fabric of polyester; dipping is a post-weaving treatment not affecting base classification. Provides dimensional stability under heavy load conditions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Distinguish between pre-dipped fabric (5902.20) and post-dipping treatments; provide dip formulation certificates if questioned
• Common issue: incorrect declaration of treatment weight affecting perceived classification
• Ensure proper MSDS for any chemical treatments