Magnesium Pencil Anode for Marine Propellers from Japan
Slim pencil-shaped magnesium anode screwed into marine propeller hubs for localized cathodic protection against galvanic corrosion. Common in recreational boats and workboats. Falls under HTS 8543.30.90.40 as functional magnesium anodes.
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
• Specify thread size (1/2-20 or 3/4-16) in documentation; package corrosion inhibitor included
• Pitfall: classifying as propeller repair kits
• ABYC marine standards compliance recommended