C98400 Leaded Naval Brass Extruded Profile from Japan
This extruded profile made from C98400 copper-zinc alloy (leaded naval brass) is used in marine hardware and valve components. It falls under HTS 7407.29.38.00 as a copper alloy profile, not of refined copper, other than hollow or certain specialized types. The alloy composition features zinc predominant over other elements with less than 5% nickel and less than 3% tin, qualifying as brass per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13%
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
• Verify alloy composition certificate confirming zinc predominance and limits on nickel (<5%) and tin (<3%) to meet brass definition in subheading note (a)
• Provide mill test reports detailing exact chemical analysis to avoid reclassification during customs examination