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Polyester V-Belt for Industrial Motors from Germany

High-tensile V-shaped belt constructed from polyester man-made fibers, coated with polyurethane for power transmission in motor drives and HVAC systems. Classified under HTS 5910.00.10.30 for power transmission belts of man-made fibers, 'other' category, as it transmits mechanical power rather than conveying goods.

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

• Provide engineering drawings showing V-profile and power transmission function; label exact man-made fiber composition

• Pitfall: undervaluing based on weight without accounting for reinforcement materials