Precision Engineered Carbon Steel Bush Chain BS40 from Japan
Bush roller chain with 12.7 mm pitch and over 3 parts per pitch (bushes, rollers, inner/outer plates, pins), made from carbon steel for durability. Classified in HTS 7315.12.0020 for its pitch under 50 mm and complex articulated structure. Used in agricultural machinery and elevators.
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 lab certification for carbon steel content to avoid alloy steel duties; test for alloying elements
• Use detailed technical drawings showing articulated links and part count for CBP review