Galvanized Steel Binder Mechanisms from Japan
Complete galvanized steel D-ring or O-ring mechanisms for insertion into looseleaf binder covers. Essential for holding 3-hole punched paper in professional files. Classified in HTS 8305.10.00.50 as other base metal fittings for looseleaf binders.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
27.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify ring capacity (e.g
• 1-inch) and material gauge in commercial docs for valuation
• Ensure rust-proof coating certification for galvanized items to avoid quality disputes
• Separate from plastic covers to prevent misclassification as complete binders