Braun TexStyle 7 Pro Steam Iron from Japan
Braun TexStyle 7 Pro electric iron with 3D FreeGlide soleplate and PreciseTEXTILE technology for fabric-specific settings. This domestic flatiron falls under HTS 8516.40.4000 due to its electrothermic ironing function and household use design.
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 CPSC certification for cordless models with docking stations to demonstrate child safety compliance
• Document anti-calc systems and water tank materials to prevent reclassification as water heaters
• Use HS code-specific invoices avoiding generic 'household appliance' descriptions