Steel Office Name Plates from Japan
Rectangular steel plates engraved with names and titles for desk or door mounting in offices. Classified under HTS 8310.00.00.00 as name plates of base metal, distinct from lamp shades in 9405.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include engraving proofs or samples to confirm classification as name plates rather than generic metal plaques
• Label shipments clearly as 'base metal name plates' to prevent confusion with furniture fittings