Commercial Playground Synthetic Turf from Japan
Shock-absorbing tufted turf for playgrounds, made from recycled polyethylene with soft thatch zone for child safety. Classified in HTS 5703.31.0085 as other tufted turf of man-made materials, qualifying via exposed textile surface for recreational surfacing. Meets safety standards while fitting chapter scope for non-carpet turf uses.
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
• Provide ASTM playground safety certifications alongside HTS docs for smooth clearance
• Specify roll widths and tufting gauge to verify against tile or mosaic alternatives
• Avoid bundling with foam underlay, as it could be seen as a set excluding underlays