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Zinc-Plated Letter Corners from Japan

Small triangular metal corners to protect document edges in files. HTS 8305.90.60.00 explicitly lists 'letter corners' as similar office articles of base metal.

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

• Invoice must specify adhesive backing type if pre-applied

• Size under 5cm to confirm office article status

• Galvanization certs prevent misclassification as raw zinc