Steel Umbrella Frame for Rain Umbrellas from Japan
A pre-assembled steel frame mounted on a shaft, designed specifically for hand-held umbrellas used primarily to protect against rain. It includes metal ribs and a central runner mechanism but excludes any canopy or textile components. Classified under HTS 6603.20.30.00 as an umbrella frame for rain protection umbrellas per heading 6601.
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
• Verify the frame is mounted on a shaft and designed exclusively for rain umbrellas to avoid reclassification under general metal parts
• Provide detailed assembly diagrams showing no textile fittings to comply with Chapter 66 notes excluding textile parts
• Ensure shaft material documentation matches steel specifications to prevent duty shifts to aluminum frames