Aluminum Plaited Band Cargo Lashing with Hooks from Japan
Flat plaited aluminum band formed into lashing straps, fitted with J-hooks for securing cargo on ships or trucks. Classified in HTS 7614.90.5000 for plaited bands made up into fitted articles like slings. Provides high tensile strength at low weight.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
55.7%
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
• Specify plaited construction in invoices; flat bands risk confusion with sheet products
• Load test certifications help affirm 'article' status and commercial value