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Portable Sewing Machine Carrying Case Base from Japan

A lightweight aluminum base with molded compartments for portable sewing machines, doubling as a carrying case bottom for travel. Classified in HTS 8452.90.10.00 as specially designed sewing machine furniture/base.

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

• Document dual function (storage/transport) with user manuals to justify furniture/base status

• Ensure country-of-origin marking on visible surfaces per 19 CFR 134