Industrial Pump Mechanical Seal from Japan
A mechanical seal assembly with metal sheeting gaskets combined with rubber and ceramic components for sealing rotating shafts in centrifugal pumps. Falls under 8484.90.00.00 as 'mechanical seals - other' due to its multi-material construction beyond simple metal sheeting. Used in chemical processing and water treatment industries.
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
• Obtain material safety data sheets (MSDS) proving non-hazardous composition for chemical-resistant seals
• Label as 'mechanical seal assembly' to distinguish from plain gaskets; mislabeling risks 8483 classification