Tire Skid Chain 5mm from Japan
A set of articulated steel chains with 5mm diameter links designed to be mounted on vehicle tires for improved traction on snow or ice. Classified under HTS 7315.20.10.00 as skid chain not over 8 mm in diameter, specifically for temporary tire grip enhancement.
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
• Verify chain diameter does not exceed 8mm via caliper measurement for correct subheading classification
• Include tire size compatibility specs and DOT compliance docs to avoid misclassification as vehicle parts