Inner Tube Forming Machine from Japan
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.
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
• 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