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EPDM O-Ring for HVAC Compressor from Japan

Weather-resistant EPDM rubber O-ring sealing refrigerant lines in air conditioning compressors. Falls under HTS 4016.93.50.10 as other vulcanized rubber O-rings used for pressure sealing. Not electrical appliances excluded by Chapter notes.

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

• Provide SAE or UL flammability ratings for compressor use to support proper HTS verification

• Declare ozone resistance properties confirming EPDM composition for accurate duty assessment

• Use individual packaging to distinguish from machine assemblies under Section XVI