Forged Copper Hook from Japan
Hand-forged copper wall hook for coats or towels, retaining forging marks without smoothing or plating. Falls under HTS 7419.20.00.50 as forged copper article not further worked. Popular in rustic interior decor applications.
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
• Provide forging hammer/process certification distinguishing from machined hooks
• Avoid cleaning/polishing claims; rough forging texture justifies 'not further worked' status