Stainless Steel Stirrup Iron from Japan
A forged stainless steel stirrup iron designed for equestrian use, featuring side bars and foot rests for rider safety. It falls under HTS 8302.49.40.00 as harness and saddlery riding-bridle hardware, specifically other parts thereof suitable for saddlery.
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
• Verify material composition is primarily base metal to avoid reclassification under plastics or other chapters
• Include saddlery use certification in documentation to confirm classification as riding hardware
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain steel imports from specific countries