Valve Stem Seals from Japan
Vulcanized rubber seals for automotive valve stems preventing oil leakage into combustion chambers. HTS 4016.93.50 other gaskets, high-temp synthetic rubber. Not Chapter 84 or hard rubber.
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
• SAE J200 classification docs aid verification
• Avoid kits with metal valves to stay in Chapter 40
• Declare HNBR material if applicable for specialty rates