Other
Machinery for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials, not specified or included elsewhere in this chapter; parts thereof: > Other machinery for molding or otherwise forming: > For molding or retreading pneumatic tires or for molding or otherwise forming inner tubes > Other
Duty Rate (from China)
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
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
Products classified under HTS 8477.51.00.90
Industrial Tire Retreading Machine
This machine is designed for retreading pneumatic tires by applying new tread rubber to worn casings using heat and pressure. It falls under HTS 8477.51.0090 as specialized machinery for retreading pneumatic tires, distinct from general molding equipment. The process involves buffing the old tread, applying uncured rubber, and curing in an envelope system.
Pneumatic Inner Tube Molding Press
A hydraulic press for molding uncured rubber into pneumatic inner tubes through compression and vulcanization. Classified under HTS 8477.51.0090 for machinery forming inner tubes from rubber materials. It features temperature-controlled platens and precise mold cavities for tube shapes.
Automated Tire Envelope Curing System
Automated system using rubber envelopes to cure retreaded tires under steam or hot air pressure. Falls under HTS 8477.51.0090 as 'other' machinery for pneumatic tire retreading. Includes loading mechanisms and temperature controls for uniform vulcanization.
Rubber Inner Tube Extrusion and Forming Line
Continuous production line extruding rubber compounds into tubes then forming via molding stations. Classified in HTS 8477.51.0090 for inner tube manufacturing from rubber. Integrates extruders, cooling baths, and cutoff mechanisms.
Band Retreading Machine for Truck Tires
Band-style retreader applying circumferential bands of tread rubber to truck tire casings. Under HTS 8477.51.0090 as other tire retreading machinery. Features matrix band applicators and high-pressure curing.
Precision Inner Tube Valve Forming Machine
Specialized molder inserting and forming valves into rubber inner tubes during production. HTS 8477.51.0090 classification for inner tube forming equipment. Ensures airtight seals through integrated vulcanization.
Hot Air Tire Retread Curing Chamber
Circulating hot air chamber for uniform curing of enveloped retread tires. Falls under HTS 8477.51.0090 as other tire retreading apparatus. Programmable temperature zones prevent tread defects.
Multi-Cavity Inner Tube Molding Machine
High-volume press with multiple cavities producing various inner tube sizes simultaneously. HTS 8477.51.0090 for other inner tube forming machinery. Quick-change mold system boosts productivity.