SmCo Sintered Pot Magnet Assembly from Japan
Pot-style magnet with sintered samarium-cobalt core encased in steel housing for focused magnetic field, used in industrial holding fixtures. Remains under HTS 8505.11.0050 as the primary sintered samarium-cobalt permanent magnet component.
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
• Steel housing thickness specs prevent reclassification as simple steel articles
• Pull force test reports (>100 lbs typical) support permanent magnet function over temporary
• Avoid retail packaging; bulk import prevents toy magnet safety scrutiny