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Round Ring Poly Covered Mechanism from Japan

2-inch round ring binder mechanism with thin poly coating over steel for corrosion resistance, used in standard looseleaf files. HTS 8305.10.00.10 applies to its base metal ring binder function. Coating does not change metal classification.

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

Document coating as protective, not structural; segregate from plastic parts shipments; verify no hazardous coatings for compliance