| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6217909075 | Doc | 52.1% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6217909095 | Doc | 52.1% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6212900010 | Doc | 44.1% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6212900090 | Doc | 44.1% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3926905500 | Doc | 60.1% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3926905900 | Doc | 57.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 3916100000 | Doc | 60.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Protection Belt
A protection belt, also commonly known as a safety belt, seatbelt, or harness, is a restraint system used to secure individuals against unwanted movement in the event of a sudden deceleration, typically in vehicles, aircraft, or during activities with a risk of falling.
Material
Historically, protection belts were constructed from canvas or cotton webbing. Modern safety belts primarily utilize high-strength polyester webbing, known for its durability and resistance to stretching. Buckles and adjusters are commonly made from metal alloys (steel, aluminum) or high-strength plastics. Energy-absorbing components often incorporate materials like nylon or polypropylene.
Purpose
The primary purpose of a protection belt is to reduce the risk of injury or death in the event of a collision or sudden stop. They achieve this by:
- Preventing ejection: Keeping occupants inside the vehicle during a crash.
- Distributing force: Spreading the impact force across stronger parts of the body (chest, pelvis) rather than concentrating it on vulnerable areas.
- Controlling movement: Limiting the occupant’s forward motion, preventing collision with interior vehicle components or other passengers.
- Slowing deceleration: Gradually slowing the body’s momentum, reducing the severity of impact.
Function
A typical protection belt system consists of:
- Webbing: The strong fabric strap that wraps around the occupant.
- Buckle: The mechanism used to secure the webbing, often with a release button.
- Retractor: A spring-loaded mechanism that allows the webbing to extend and retract, keeping it taut against the occupant’s body. Includes a locking mechanism activated by sudden deceleration.
- Energy Absorber: A component designed to dissipate energy during a crash, reducing the force transmitted to the occupant. This may be a crumple zone within the retractor mechanism or a separate component.
- Adjuster: Allows for customization of the belt’s fit to different body sizes.
Usage Scenarios
- Automotive: The most common application, mandated by law in most countries.
- Aircraft: Used during takeoff, landing, and turbulence.
- Construction: Workers utilize harnesses connected to anchor points to prevent falls from heights.
- Rock Climbing/Mountaineering: Specialized harnesses and belts are critical for safety.
- Boating: Used to prevent injury during rough seas or collisions.
- Motorsports: High-performance multi-point harnesses are used for maximum protection.
- Industrial Applications: Various industries employ safety belts for workers performing tasks at heights or in hazardous environments.
Common Types
- Lap Belt: A simple belt that wraps around the lap. Offers limited protection and is rarely used as a primary restraint today.
- Shoulder Belt: A belt that wraps around the shoulder and chest. Offers better protection than a lap belt alone.
- Three-Point Belt: The most common type, combining a lap belt and a shoulder belt. Provides comprehensive protection.
- Five-Point Harness: Commonly used in motorsports and child safety seats, featuring five straps that secure the occupant at the shoulders, hips, and between the legs. Offers the highest level of restraint.
- Four-Point Harness: Similar to a five-point harness, but lacks the sub-abdominal strap.
- Six-Point Harness: Used in motorsports for maximum security, with additional straps.
- Static Line Harness: Used in parachuting, connecting the parachutist to the aircraft.
- Fall Arrest Harness: Used in construction and industrial applications, designed to arrest a fall.
Based on the provided information, “protection belt” can be classified under the following HS codes:
- 3926905500: This HS code falls under Chapter 39, which covers “Other articles of plastics and articles of other materials of headings 3901 to 3914”. Specifically, it relates to “Other: Belting and belts, for machinery: Containing textile fibers: V-belts”. This could apply if the protection belt is used in machinery and contains textile fibers.
- 3926905900: Also within Chapter 39, this HS code covers “Other: Belting and belts, for machinery: Containing textile fibers: Other: Other”. This is a broader category for belting and belts used in machinery with textile fibers, applicable if the belt doesn’t specifically fall into the V-belt category.
- 6217909075: This HS code is under Chapter 62, covering “Other made up clothing accessories; parts of garments or of clothing accessories, other than those of heading 6212: Parts: Other Other: Of cotton”. If the protection belt is considered a clothing accessory part made of cotton, this code may be applicable.
Regarding HS code 3926905500 and 3926905900, it’s important to note that these codes relate to belting and belts for machinery. If the protection belt is not used in machinery, these codes would not be appropriate.
Regarding HS code 6217909075, if the material is verified as cotton, this code is applicable.