Industrial Bandsaw Blade from Japan
A continuous loop steel bandsaw blade with bi-metal construction for vertical bandsaw machines used in metalworking. Classified under HTS 8208.90.60.00 as a cutting blade for mechanical appliances. Ideal for high-speed cutting of ferrous materials in industrial settings.
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
• Include tensile strength and weld quality certifications for compliance
• Declare length and width precisely; mismeasurement leads to duty disputes
• Avoid classifying as knife blades under 8208.10 if primarily for sawing