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8308.90.30.00/Tin-Plated Beads for Bookbinding/Japan

Tin-Plated Beads for Bookbinding from Japan

Tin-plated decorative beads used on book covers, journals, and decorative bindings. HTS 8308.90.3000 includes base metal beads for books.

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%
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Import Tips

• Specify bookbinding end-use in import docs to qualify under heading scope

• Separate from clasps/hooks shipments to avoid 8308.10 confusion

• Comply with book safety standards if for children's literature

Tin-Plated Beads for Bookbinding from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 8308.90.30.00