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
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
• 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