Spot Welder Electrode Tips from Japan
Copper alloy electrode tips for resistance spot welding machines used in automotive assembly. Shaped for specific metal sheet resistance welding under pressure and current. Standard parts of electric welding apparatus in 8515.90.20.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
26.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Specify force/current ratings matching spot welder specifications
• Include Rockwell hardness certifications for welding durability
• Avoid generic electrode classification under base metals (7407)