Polyester V-Belt for Automotive Engines from Japan
This V-belt is made from high-strength polyester textile material, impregnated with rubber and reinforced with steel cords for power transmission in automotive engines. It falls under HTS 5910.00.10.10 as a V-belt of man-made fibers designed for transmitting mechanical power in vehicles. The textile base provides flexibility and durability under high tension.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify the belt's textile composition exceeds 50% man-made fibers by weight to confirm HTS 5910 classification; obtain mill test certificates
• Ensure documentation includes reinforcement details (e.g
• steel cords) but note they do not alter primary textile classification
• Avoid misclassification as rubber products by highlighting visible textile fabric per Chapter 59 notes