Steel Scouring Sponge Alternative from Japan
Compressed steel wire sponge-like pads mimicking cellulose sponges for dishwashing. HTS 7323.10.00.00 covers these steel scouring pads as household kitchen articles. Durable metal construction outlasts foam sponges.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Differentiate from plastic sponges (3924) via steel content declaration
• Ensure ergonomic shape doesn't resemble utensils (8205)
• Retail packaging reinforces household scouring classification