Anodized Aluminum Venetian Blind Slat Spacer from Germany
Thin anodized aluminum spacers inserted between slats to maintain even gaps in Venetian blinds during installation. HTS 7616.99.51.40 includes these as parts enhancing functionality and aesthetics. Surface treatment improves durability.
Duty Rate — Germany → 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
• Anodizing doesn't change classification but document surface treatment; bulk import common
• Pitfall: General foil under 7607