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Circular Meat Slicing Blade from Japan

A high-carbon steel circular blade designed specifically for use in commercial meat slicing machines, featuring serrated edges for clean cuts through beef, pork, and poultry. It falls under HTS 8208.30.00.30 as a cutting blade for meat-slicing machines used in food industry settings. Precision sharpening and anti-corrosion coating ensure durability in high-volume processing.

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

• Verify blade diameter and bore size match machine specs to avoid misclassification; provide manufacturer specs confirming use in meat-slicing machines; ensure food-grade stainless steel certification for FDA compliance