Cast Iron Manhole Cover from Japan
A heavy-duty circular cover made from nonmalleable cast iron used to seal sewer or utility access points on streets and sidewalks. It falls under HTS 7325.10.00 as a cast article of nonmalleable cast iron, not specifically provided for elsewhere in Chapter 73. The robust design ensures durability under vehicular traffic.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify the iron is nonmalleable cast iron via metallurgical certification to avoid reclassification as steel castings
• Include load-bearing capacity documentation matching ASTM A48 standards for municipal approvals
• Check for anti-corrosion coatings, as they may trigger additional chemical treatment declarations