Zinc Vessel Hatch Fastener from Japan
Corrosion-resistant zinc fastener for securing hatches on cargo ships, preventing water ingress. Under HTS 8302.49.60.55 as a base metal article for vessel coachwork in Section XVII. Quick-action mechanism for efficient deck operations.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
30.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• SOLAS certification docs mandatory; pressure test results for watertight claims
• Declare as 'marine hatch fitting' vs generic clasp to secure classification