Outside Caliper Analog from Japan
Spring-joint forged steel outside calipers for transferring external dimensions. Basic hand-held length measuring instrument in HTS 9017.80.00.00. Sizes 4-12 inches.
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
• Forging marks prove hand tool status vs precision instruments
• Size ranges critical for statistical reporting
• Rust-proofing chemicals must be declared separately