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Cellulose Sealing Washers for HVAC Ductwork from Japan

Die-cut cellulose fiber washers sealing joints in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning duct assemblies. These paper-based seals under HTS 4823.90.8000 provide airtight barriers without chemical adhesives.

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 airflow test data showing sealing performance for customs verification

• Package as finished seals, not raw material to avoid 48xx paper classifications