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Three-Point Automotive Safety Seat Belt

A retractable three-point safety seat belt designed for passenger vehicles, featuring an inertia reel mechanism and durable polyester webbing. It falls under HTS 8708.21.00.00 as a safety seat belt specifically for the bodies of motor vehicles in headings 8701 to 8705.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China2.5%+50.0%52.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico2.5%+25.0%27.5%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada2.5%+25.0%27.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+15.0%15%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+15.0%15%

Alternative Classifications

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

8708.29.21Lower: 50% vs 52.5%

If for tractors or off-road vehicles

Parts for vehicle bodies of tractors (8701) fall under other body parts subheadings.

5903.90.30Lower: 40.2% vs 52.5%

If imported as unassembled textile webbing only

Textile fabrics impregnated for seat belts are classified by material, not as vehicle parts.

3926.90.99Lower: 25.3% vs 52.5%

If buckle or plastic components imported separately

Individual plastic fittings are classified as other plastic articles, not complete seat belts.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Verify compliance with FMVSS 208 and 209 standards; non-compliant belts may be refused entry

β€’ Include test reports and material certifications in documentation to avoid delays

β€’ Label with country of origin and 'Do Not Remove' tags as required for safety parts