Utility Meter Box from Japan
A rectangular high-impact polystyrene box enclosing water or electric meters in residential settings, with lockable lids and mounting flanges. Falls under HTS 3926.90.99.40 as meter boxes of plastic for service protection. UV-stabilized for outdoor exposure.
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
• Include NEMA ratings (e.g
• 4X) for weatherproofing to support utility classification
• Avoid pairing with meters in same shipment to prevent set classification issues
• Declare dimensions precisely; boxes >38.1x45.7 cm may affect special duty rates per notes