Oil Seal Rubber Scrap from Japan
Scrap from molding and trimming rubber oil seals for engines, irregular shapes not usable as seals. Manufacturing waste per HTS 4004.00.00.00.
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
• Oil content analysis mandatory; high petroleum may classify as hazardous
• Batch traceability from specific mold runs strengthens claims
• Avoid mixing with metal inserts, which complicates declaration