Steel Chain Repair Link from Japan
A forged steel connecting link used to repair or join broken steel chains, featuring a removable pin for easy installation. It falls under HTS 7315.90.00.00 as a specific part designed exclusively for steel chains, not constituting a chain itself. These links are essential for maintenance in industrial and marine applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
52.9%
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 the part is explicitly designed for chain assembly via engineering drawings to avoid reclassification as fittings
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'chain parts' and material composition (e.g
• carbon steel grade) for CBP review