Rubber Curing Autoclave from China
Pressure vessel combining steam heat and pressure for curing thick rubber products like tires or belts. HTS 8419.89.95.80 covers its temperature/pressure treatment for rubber vulcanization. Essential for uniform curing throughout product cross-section.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0225%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.12, 9903.88.17, 9903.88.20, 9903.88.54, 9903.88.59, 9903.88.61, 9903.88.63, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, 9903.88.69, or 9903.88.70, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(c) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(d)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include ASME pressure vessel certification in import documentation
• Specify steam generation method to avoid boiler classification issues
• Document maximum pressure/temperature ratings for proper equipment tariffing