Electronics Case Seals from Japan
Custom-molded vulcanized rubber seals for waterproofing enclosures of consumer electronic devices like routers and battery packs. Classified under 4016.93.5050 as other rubber seals excluding electrical appliance parts.
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 IP67/IP68 test reports to verify seal function without constituting electrical parts
• Avoid importing pre-assembled with electronics to prevent Section XVI machinery classification
• Specify silicone vs nitrile rubber types for accurate material duty assessment