Bladder-Type Hydraulic Accumulator from Japan
A bladder-type hydraulic accumulator stores hydraulic energy using a flexible bladder to separate fluid from gas, commonly used in industrial machinery for energy storage and shock absorption. It falls under HTS 8479.89.95.65 as a hydraulic accumulator, classified as other machines and mechanical appliances having individual functions not elsewhere specified. This subheading specifically covers hydraulic accumulators for semiconductor manufacturing equipment like wafer processing tools.
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
• Verify pressure ratings and material certifications (e.g
• ASME standards) to meet safety import requirements
• Include detailed technical specs and end-use declarations, especially for semiconductor applications, to avoid reclassification