Copper Wire Pot Scourer from Japan
A handheld pot scourer made from coiled copper wire designed for heavy-duty cleaning of pots and pans. It falls under HTS 7418.10.00.04 as 'other' pot scourers and scouring pads of copper, distinct from steel wool types. The copper construction provides antimicrobial properties and durability for household kitchen use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
53%
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 product is 100% copper wire to avoid reclassification under steel or synthetic material headings
• Include material composition certificates to confirm compliance with Chapter 74 copper definitions
• Label as household use only to prevent scrutiny as industrial cleaning tools under different chapters