RFID Blocking Copper Mesh Fabric from Japan
Ultra-fine copper mesh fabric laminated for wallets/purses blocking RFID signal theft. Classifies HTS 7419.80.09.00 as copper wire cloth despite consumer packaging. 80dB shielding effective against 13.56MHz passport chips.
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
• FCC shielding test reports validate RFID blocking claims
• Distinguish bulk fabric from finished wallet linings
• Consumer packaging doesn't change base material classification