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
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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