Stainless Steel Fender Washer 1/4 Inch from Japan
A large outer diameter stainless steel washer used in construction and outdoor applications to provide extra bearing surface on soft materials like wood. Classified under HTS 7318.22.00.00 as a non-threaded 'other washer' of steel, not featuring spring action. Corrosion-resistant 304 grade for marine and roofing uses.
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 ASTM specifications (e.g
• A240 for stainless) in documentation to confirm classification
• Avoid common error of declaring as 'lock washers' which have different tariff treatment
• For bulk imports, ensure packaging doesn't imply retail sets to prevent reclassification