Inner Tube Forming Machine

Automated machinery that extrudes and molds uncured rubber into seamless inner tubes for pneumatic tires using bladder forming technology. It qualifies for HTS 8477.51.00 due to its dedicated function in forming inner tubes from rubber.

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%

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Alternative Classifications

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

8477.59.01.00Same rate: 38.1%

If used for forming other elastomeric tubes not for tires

Specificity to pneumatic tire inner tubes required; general tube formers go to other subheadings.

8477.80.01.00Same rate: 38.1%

If for extrusion-only without final molding step

Pure extruders for rubber fall under separate provisions if lacking forming/molding capability.

8479.89Lower: 12.5% vs 38.1%

If when sold as complete tire assembly line component

Integrated systems may classify under machines for rubber treatment not elsewhere specified.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit process flow diagrams showing inner tube production cycle for accurate tariff classification

Ensure rubber compounding compatibility certifications to support machinery's material-specific use