Appliance Door Seals from Japan
Magnetic strip vulcanized rubber gaskets for refrigerator and oven doors, maintaining temperature control. Classified 4016.93.5050 as other seals excluding hard rubber or Section XVI parts.
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
• Specify non-electrical function despite magnetic strip to avoid Section XVI
• Include food-grade certification for refrigerator seals
• Ship unassembled to maintain rubber article status