Pneumatic Inner Tube Molding Press from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include mold blueprints and rubber formulation compatibility data to substantiate inner tube classification
• Ensure safety certifications like CE marking for hydraulic systems to expedite customs clearance
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as general plastics machinery if rubber-specific