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%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
• 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