Galvanized Steel Scaffold Plank from Japan
A heavy-duty steel platform used in scaffolding systems to provide a walking surface for workers at height. It features hook ends for secure attachment to scaffold ledgers and is designed specifically for construction scaffolding equipment. Classifies under HTS 7308.40.00.00 as equipment for scaffolding.
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
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify steel composition and galvanization meets ASTM standards; include mill test certificates
• Ensure load capacity markings comply with OSHA or equivalent safety regulations for customs clearance
• Avoid misclassification as general steel plates (7308.90); specify scaffolding use in entry docs