Habasit Synchroflex Timing Belt from Japan
Habasit Synchroflex is a fabric-based synchronous belt with man-made fiber cords and thermoplastic polyurethane cover for food-grade power transmission. Its textile material qualifies under HTS 5910.00.10.20 for synchronous belts of man-made fibers.
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
• Obtain FDA compliance certs alongside HTS docs for food-contact applications
• Measure weight/m²; must align with transmission belting vs. heavy coated fabrics
• Distinguish open-ended vs. endless; open-ended may risk 5903 fabric classification