Fluoroelastomer Backup Washer from Japan
Viton fluoroelastomer washer backing primary seals in oilfield pumps, from heading 3904 copolymers. HTS 3926.90.45.90 for other seals. Resists extreme chemicals and temperatures.
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
• Prove 95% fluoro comonomer content via lab reports per note (a)(2)
• Declare as individual washer, not set, to stay in 3926
• Avoid industrial end-use ambiguity leading to Chapter 84