Lead Foil for Packaging Liners from Japan
Thin lead foil liners for chemical drums to prevent leakage and corrosion. Under HTS 7804.19.00.00 as other lead foil. Pure composition per chapter notes.
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
• Provide packaging specs showing foil state upon import, not assembled
• Hazardous material placarding mandatory for ocean/air transport
• Avoid declaring as 'containers' which could invoke Chapter 73