Pneumatic Tire Curing Press from Japan
A hydraulic press used to mold and cure uncured tire blanks into finished pneumatic tires by applying precise heat and pressure. Classified under HTS 8477.51.0010 due to its specialized design for forming pneumatic tires from rubber materials.
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
• Ensure labeling specifies tire molding capacity to distinguish from general presses
• Submit engineering drawings showing bladder and mold systems unique to tire production