Lead-Loaded Acrylic X-Ray Shielding Sheet from Japan
Transparent acrylic sheeting with 30% or more lead by weight, designed for radiation protection in medical and industrial settings. It allows visibility while blocking X-rays and gamma rays, classified under HTS 3920.59.4000 due to its acrylic polymer base and high lead content meeting the transparency and composition requirements.
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 lead content certification from manufacturer to confirm ≥30% by weight for proper classification
• Include material safety data sheets (MSDS) documenting noncellular acrylic polymer and transparency specs
• Avoid misclassification as reinforced plastic by ensuring no laminations or supports are present