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Leather Expansion Joint Seals from Japan

Seals made from flexible leather for expansion joints in mechanical piping systems, accommodating movement. Technical design for industrial machinery durability. Under HTS 4205.00.10.00 as technical leather use.

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

• Supply joint pressure ratings to confirm mechanical application

• Document as 'machinery seals' not general straps to avoid 4205.00.80