Solar Light Post Shaft from Japan
Tapered welded non-alloy steel shaft, thick-walled circular tube for mounting solar panels and LED lights in pathway illuminators. Principal use as part of solar-powered illuminating articles qualifies for HTS 7306.30.3000. Designed for easy panel attachment.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Document solar compatibility to reinforce illuminating principal use
• Galvanization doesn't change classification; note surface treatment separately