Polyester V-Belt for Industrial Motors from Japan
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 — 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
• 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