Rubber Tool Grip Handle from Japan
Ergonomic handle attachment for hand tools like hammers or screwdrivers, made of vulcanized rubber. It qualifies for HTS 4016.99.10.00 as a standalone rubber handle, separate from complete tools in Chapter 82.
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
• Submit engineering drawings showing handle as separate from metal tool parts
• Confirm no vulcanizing agents make it 'hard rubber' per Chapter 40 notes