Brass Strip Cut-to-Length Processor from Japan
Cut-to-length machine for brass strip coils used in musical instruments and hardware fittings. Falls under HTS 8462.32.50 as specialized 'other' equipment for non-ferrous flat products.
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%
Import Tips
• Alloy composition certificates required for brass/non-ferrous validation
• Precision measurement documentation critical for musical/hardware applications
• Check for decorative finishing features that might affect classification