Galvanized Long Link Lashing Chain from Japan
Heavy galvanized steel chain with elongated links for cargo lashing on ships and trucks. Though galvanized, classified in HTS 7315.12.0080 as other articulated link chain (non-specific coating subheading). Used in maritime and over-road transport.
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
• Galvanizing thickness specs (e.g
• 40-60 microns) may trigger additional documentation
• Distinguish lashing from binder chain by link proportions in binding ruling requests
• IMO/ILU standards reference helpful for maritime end-use verification