Welded Steel Log Skidding Chain from Japan
Rugged welded chain for forestry use in dragging logs, featuring longer links for flexibility over rough terrain. Classified in HTS 7315.12.00.40 as 'other welded steel chain' with articulated links from steel wire stock. Chapter wire definition satisfied.
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
• Include forestry end-use declaration to potentially qualify for duty exemptions
• Provide breaking strength tests specific to log skidding loads
• Avoid importing with grab hooks attached to prevent set classification