Aramid Fiber Power Transmission Belt for Automotive from Japan
High-performance aramid (Kevlar-like) fabric belt coated with rubber-like polymer for engine timing and accessory drives in vehicles. Classified in HTS 5910.00.10 as man-made fiber transmission belting coated with plastics. Aramid provides heat and tension resistance.
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
• Differentiate polymer coating from rubber via chemical analysis to avoid 5906 reclassification
• Include automotive OEM specs for traceability and preferential tariff claims
• Ensure packaging indicates individual belts vs. sets to prevent parts classification