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Aluminum Outboard Propeller Blade from Japan

Lightweight aluminum blade for outboard motors on small boats, machined for balance and thrust efficiency. Classified in 8487.10.0080 as other boat propeller blades without electrical elements. Common replacement for fishing vessels.

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

• Certify aluminum purity to exclude magnesium alloys that might change material heading

• Avoid importing with electronic speed sensors to stay in non-electrical category

• Use photos and blueprints in entry to demonstrate marine-specific blade profile