Tire Tread Vulcanizing Press from Canada
A multi-cavity press that applies heat and pressure to vulcanize new tread rubber onto tire casings during retreading. Falls under HTS 8477.51.00 as machinery specifically for retreading pneumatic tires.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
13.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Classify based on principal function—vulcanizing for retreading trumps general heating if tire-specific
• Provide vulcanization cycle data and temperature/pressure specs for customs verification
• Avoid pitfalls by separating accessory molds from machine value in entry documentation