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SITCSection 6
U.S. imports of rubber camel-back strips for retreading tires (SITC 62121) totaled $6K in April 2026, traded with 7 countries.
Rubber Camel-Back Strips for Retreading Tires imports of $6K in April 2026 ran 70% below the year-to-date monthly average of $21K.
Last updated: April 2026 dataCamel-back strips are pre-cured or uncured rubber extrusions applied to worn tire casings during the retreading process, and their dedicated classification reflects their highly specific end-use rather than their general rubber chemistry. The retreading industry — serving commercial trucking, aviation ground support, and off-road equipment fleets — depends on consistent strip geometry and compound hardness to meet DOT performance standards for retreaded tires. Importers should be aware that camel-back strips destined for aviation tire retreading may face additional quality-certification scrutiny beyond standard customs clearance.
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Camel-back strips are purpose-engineered for tire retreading — their cross-sectional profile, compound formulation, and dimensional tolerances are optimized for bonding to buffed tire casings. This specific end-use function, rather than the rubber chemistry alone, justifies the dedicated heading separate from general rubber plates, sheets, or strip.
Importers should check whether the specific country of origin is subject to antidumping or countervailing duty orders applicable to rubber products, as well as any Section 301 tariff actions that may apply. Classification as camel-back strip rather than general rubber strip can affect which orders apply, so confirming the correct heading with a licensed customs broker is advisable.
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Monthly import values over time