Tanita KB-2000 Counting Scale from Japan
Precision digital counting scale for jewelry and small components, 2000 g capacity (well under 30 kg), with ACAI counting accuracy improvement. Classified in HTS 8423.81.0010 for its digital electronic counting functionality. Popular in retail and small business settings.
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
• Highlight resolution (0.1 g) and counting features in invoices to differentiate from kitchen scales
• Comply with precious metals import rules if marketed for gold/silver counting
• Test for sensitivity; if ≤5 cg, it risks reclassification to balance provisions excluded from 8423