PVC-Coated Nylon Timing Belt from Japan
Precision timing belt of nylon man-made fibers with PVC coating and fiberglass reinforcement, used in automotive and CNC machines for synchronized motion. It qualifies for HTS 5910.00.10.90 as other man-made fiber transmission belting, where textile provides the structure. Visible coating meets Chapter 59 criteria without reclassifying to plastics.
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
• Document coating visibility test (naked eye per Chapter 59 notes) to confirm textile dominance; include width and length specs
• Pitfall: over-declaring plastic content leading to Chapter 39 misclassification