Green Tire Transfer Ring from Germany
Expandable ring that grips and transfers the shaped green tire from the building drum to the next station in forming machines. Falls under HTS 8477.90.86.40 as an integral part for handling uncured pneumatic tires during formation.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Specify expansion mechanism (pneumatic/hydraulic) in entry docs; test for rubber grip compatibility; bundle with machine serial numbers for valuation purposes