Bronze Marine Propeller from Japan
A fixed-pitch propeller made primarily from copper-based bronze alloy, designed for outboard motors on recreational boats. It falls under HTS 8487.10.0040 as a ship's or boat's propeller of copper, lacking electrical features and not elsewhere specified. These propellers provide thrust by rotating in water, optimized for marine propulsion.
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
• Verify copper content exceeds 50% via material certification to confirm classification; obtain propeller specifications showing no electrical components
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain bronze alloys from Asia; declare exact alloy composition on entry docs