Aluminum Washers for Construction Fasteners from Japan
Flat aluminum washers used with bolts in construction to distribute load and prevent damage. HTS 7616.10.90 covers these as 'washers and similar articles' of aluminum, distinct from heading 8305 items. Typically unalloyed for corrosion resistance.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Conduct material content testing; must be ≥99% Al per note (a) for this subheading
• Declare inner/outer diameters accurately to avoid confusion with threaded components