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Pressure-Mounted Birch Child Gate from Japan

Birch wood expandable gate using rubber bumpers for tool-free installation in 29-50 inch openings, ideal for stair protection. Includes auto-close feature and non-slip pads. HTS 4421.99.98.70 covers this as a wooden child confining gate.

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 detailed assembly instructions in multiple languages to meet 16 CFR consumer product safety labeling rules

• Test for lead content in finishes; provide negative certificates to clear FDA-equivalent border checks

• Declare exact wood content percentage if over 90% to prevent reclassification as plastic/metal hybrid