Welded Steel Nursery Tree Chain from Japan
Light galvanized welded chain for supporting young trees in nurseries against wind. Under HTS 7315.12.00.40 as other welded steel articulated chain from compliant wire stock. Agricultural support use.
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
• UV-resistant coating specs help justify agricultural valuation
• Length standards (10-20 ft) common; declare accordingly
• Avoid bundling with stakes to prevent set classification