Tire Cord Frictioning Calender from Germany
Calender machine that applies thin rubber friction coat to tire cord fabrics for improved adhesion in tire carcasses. Classified HTS 8420.10.9040 for rubber calendering, using low-friction rolls for precise coating application. Critical for radial tire construction.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Demonstrate tire industry end-use with buyer contracts to solidify classification
• Check for DOT compliance if US tire manufacturing destination