Razor Blade Spacer Shim from Japan
Thin stainless steel shim that spaces multiple blades in multi-blade safety razors. Falls under HTS 8212.90.00.00 as essential base metal razor component. Enables precise blade gap for smooth shaving.
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
• Micrometer thickness specs mandatory (e.g
• 0.10mm) to prove manufacturing tolerance
• Ship in anti-corrosion packaging to prevent 'scrap' valuation
• Reference GRI 2(a) for parts of incomplete articles in classification rulings