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Machined Stainless Steel Idler Pulley

Corrosion-resistant stainless steel idler pulley for tensioning belts in food processing and marine equipment. Falls under HTS 8483.50.90 as an 'other' pulley for belt tensioning in transmission systems.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.8%+50.0%52.8%
🇲🇽Mexico2.8%+25.0%27.8%
🇨🇦Canada2.8%+25.0%27.8%
🇩🇪Germany2.8%+25.0%27.8%
🇯🇵Japan2.8%+25.0%27.8%

More Specific Codes

This product may fall under a more specific subheading:

Alternative Classifications

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

8483.20.40Higher: 54.5% vs 52.8%

If including housed bearings

Pulleys incorporating plain shaft bearings or housed bearings classify under bearing provisions.

7306.40Lower: 50% vs 52.8%

If welded pipe fittings

Certain stainless tube/pipe fittings resemble pulleys but classify by material form.

8479.89Lower: 15% vs 52.8%

If for food processing machines

Idlers specifically as parts of classified food machinery go to the machine's heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Certify stainless steel grade (e.g

• 304/316) for material verification; include bearing specifications if integral; monitor stainless steel import monitoring requirements