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.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.1%+35.0%38.1%
🇲🇽Mexico3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇨🇦Canada3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇩🇪Germany3.1%+10.0%13.1%
🇯🇵Japan3.1%+10.0%13.1%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8477.51.00Same rate: 38.1%

If specifically designed for bicycle inner tubes

Bicycle tire retreading/molding has a distinct statistical breakout.

8477.59.01.00Same rate: 38.1%

If for molding non-tube rubber items like seals or gaskets

Applies to general rubber forming not limited to inner tubes.

8477.80.01.00Same rate: 38.1%

If adapted for working plastics rather than rubber

Material-specific heading changes classification from rubber to plastics machinery.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include mold blueprints and rubber formulation compatibility data to substantiate inner tube classification

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Avoid common pitfall of classifying as general plastics machinery if rubber-specific

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