Industrial Welded Test Chain from Japan
Precision welded link chain from iron or nonalloy steel, diameter ≤10 mm, used for tensile strength testing in manufacturing QA labs. HTS 7315.82.5000 applies to such other welded chains. Calibrated links ensure accurate load measurement.
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 NIST-traceable calibration certificates to support test equipment claims
• Declare exact diameter tolerance (±0.1mm typical) in technical specs
• Avoid end-use statements implying lifting to prevent safety regulation triggers