Lead Strip for Type Metal Alloys from Japan

Narrow lead strips used as base material in printing type metal production before alloying. Classified as other lead strip under HTS 7804.19.00.00, not clad or rolled specifically. Meets pure lead threshold per statistical notes.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

13%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Document intended alloying process but classify based on import state as pure lead strip

Check for REACH compliance if importing to EU destinations post-alloying

Avoid bulk packaging that mimics unwrought lead, which could shift to 7801