Aluminum Venetian Blind Tilt Wand from Japan
Long, slender aluminum rod or wand used to manually adjust the tilt angle of slats in Venetian blinds. Specifically classified under HTS 7616.99.51.40 as parts thereof, due to its integral role in blind operation. Often clear-coated for aesthetics and durability.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
27.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) 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
• Document as replacement part with OEM compatibility; lightweight so watch minimum value declarations
• Pitfall: Mistaking for general aluminum tube under 7604.29