Compressed Paper Washers for Hydraulic Systems from Japan
High-density compressed paper washers used in hydraulic cylinders and valves for pressure sealing. HTS 4823.90.8000 covers these as paper pulp-based seals cut to precise dimensions, offering cost-effective alternatives to synthetics.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Test and document Mullen burst strength to prove suitability as industrial seals
• Use precise invoices specifying 'cut-to-shape paper gaskets' vs generic paperboard