Zirconium Welding Rods from Japan
Pure zirconium rods for TIG welding in nuclear reactor construction. 'Other' under 8109.99.00.00 as fabricated consumables, differentiated from unwrought bars by processing.
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
• AWS specifications certification required
• Nuclear material handling permits
• Length/diameter specs vs. bar stock