100-Liter Steel Fuel Cask from Japan
Heavy-duty 100-liter steel cask designed for safe storage of diesel fuel or kerosene in workshops. It qualifies for HTS 7310.10.00 as a plain iron/steel container between 50-300 liters without insulation or mechanical features.
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
• Obtain flammability test reports and ensure grounding lug presence for fuel safety compliance
• Label with exact capacity and material specs to prevent reclassification during customs exam
• Use proper stacking test documentation for nested shipments to avoid damage claims