Silicon Carbide Sponge Sanding Pads from Japan
Flexible sanding pads with silicon carbide grains embedded in a synthetic sponge base, used for wet or dry sanding in marine and woodworking applications. Classified under HTS 6805.30.5000 for abrasives on 'other materials' (urethane foam sponge), not limited to textile or paper. Their open-cell structure prevents clogging during use.
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 material safety data sheets (MSDS) confirming non-asbestos content and sponge composition for regulatory compliance
• Declare exact grit range (e.g
• 60-220) on commercial invoice to match HTS subheading descriptions