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Measuring Tape Blade Return Spring from Japan

High-carbon steel constant force spring for professional 100-ft measuring tapes like Lufkin or Stanley FatMax. Provides smooth retraction without blade twisting. HTS 9017.90.01.60 as essential part of hand-held length measuring tapes.

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

• Specify tension ratings matching exact tape case dimensions in technical specs

• Test samples for proper retraction speed to verify measuring instrument function

• Avoid generic spring classification by including tape model compatibility charts