Concrete Foundation Piles from Japan
Precast prestressed concrete piles driven into ground for building foundations in civil engineering works. Manufactured with high-strength concrete and tensioned steel strands for deep support, under HTS 6810.91.00.00 as prefabricated structural components. Ideal for high-rise and offshore platform foundations.
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 geotechnical load test data matching US soil standards for customs validation
• Use protective coatings documented to prevent corrosion claims during import
• Declare as 'driven piles' not segments to affirm prefabricated structural status