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4D-Ring Heavy Duty Binder Mechanism from Japan

This 4D-ring mechanism with angled rings for increased sheet capacity uses steel construction for durability in large looseleaf binders. It is explicitly a ring binder mechanism under HTS 8305.10.00.10. The base metal rings and trigger assembly fit the heading perfectly.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Label shipments clearly as 'binder mechanisms only, not complete binders'; comply with REACH for metal content if EU-bound; avoid mixing with covers to prevent set classification