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Drafting Scale Ruler Combo from Japan

Triangular drafting scale combining architectural, engineering, and metric scales in one tool. HTS 9017.20.80 as marking-out instrument despite scale feature due to drawing primacy. Grooved edges prevent ink bleeding.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Principal use statements favoring drawing prevent 9017.80 shift

• Graduation verification confirms instrument precision

• Architectural scale emphasis maintains drawing classification