Bellows Mechanical Seal from Japan
Metal or elastomeric bellows mechanical seal providing axial movement for sealing in agitators and mixers. Under HTS 8484.20.00.00 as it uses mechanical faces with bellows for pressure compensation. Suited for corrosive environments in pharmaceutical production.
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 bellows material (e.g
• Hastelloy for corrosion resistance) for proper valuation and duty assessment
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 'pump parts' without specificity, sticking to mechanical seal description
• Include pressure-temperature ratings in commercial invoice