Polycarbonate Machine Guard Sheets from Japan
Transparent, noncellular polycarbonate sheets used for manufacturing safety guards on industrial machinery. Classified under HTS 3920.61.00.00 as they are plates, sheets of polycarbonates, noncellular and not reinforced or combined with other materials.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify polymer composition meets 95%+ polycarbonate monomer content per subheading notes to avoid reclassification
• Provide mill test reports confirming noncellular structure and lack of reinforcement during customs entry