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Cast Iron Splash Guard Base Casting from Japan

Cast iron base for coolant splash guards on grinding machines (8464), with basic casting cleanup machining. Anchors protective shield assembly. Rough vertical faces for custom shield attachment.

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

• Guard attachment faces must show casting skin intact

• Safety certification irrelevant for classification; focus on machining extent

• Functional shield slots disqualify from rough casting status