Reflective Safety Tape for Road Marking from Japan
Self-adhesive plastic tape in rolls up to 20 cm wide with a light-reflecting surface created using glass grains (ballotini) embedded in the adhesive layer. Used for temporary road signage and hazard marking to enhance nighttime visibility. Classified under 3919.10.10 due to its narrow roll width and ballotini-reflective properties.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify roll width does not exceed 20 cm and confirm ballotini glass grains produce the reflective surface via lab testing for CBP compliance
• Include detailed material composition disclosing plastic type and glass grain percentage in commercial invoice to avoid misclassification