Aluminum Staples for Insulation from Japan
Wide-crown aluminum staples for securing fiberglass insulation batts to wood studs. Corrosion-resistant for attic and wall applications. Falls under HTS 7616.10.10.00 as aluminum staples not of heading 8305.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include R-value documentation showing insulation compatibility for end-use verification
• Specify staple crown width and leg length critical for proper subheading classification
• Certify staples meet building energy code requirements for insulation fasteners