Plastic Toaster Outer Casing from Japan
A heat-resistant plastic housing molded for electric pop-up toasters, featuring slots for bread insertion and lever mechanisms, used in household models from brands like Black+Decker. Classified under HTS 8516.90.85.00 because it is a dedicated toaster housing, part of electrothermic domestic appliances. It protects internal components while allowing heat dissipation.
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
• Include engineering drawings proving toaster-specific design to Customs; test for UL compliance on flame-retardant plastics
• Avoid mislabeling as general plastic housings, which could trigger Chapter 39 duties