Steel Girth Buckle from Japan
Heavy-duty steel buckle for adjusting girth straps on saddles, essential riding hardware. Falls under HTS 8302.49.40.00 for other saddlery parts.
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
• Load test certifications recommended for liability protection
• Distinguish from belt buckles via equestrian specifications
• Monitor steel import quotas from key suppliers