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8309.90.00/Nickel-Plated Bung Covers/Japan

Nickel-Plated Bung Covers from Japan

Protective nickel-plated steel covers for barrel bungs, preventing contamination. Classified under HTS 8309.90.00 as bung covers of base metal. Common in pharmaceutical and food-grade barrels.

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

• Declare nickel plating percentage for metal content duties

• Cleanliness certifications for food/pharma use

• Thread protection during shipping prevents damage claims