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Peerless Back Stretcher from Japan

Curved wooden or plastic mechanical stretcher board for thoracic extension exercises. As a mechano-therapy appliance under HTS 9019.10.20.10, it uses body weight mechanics for spinal realignment without power. Popular for chronic back pain relief.

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

• Certify non-slip surfaces meet safety standards for customs clearance

• Invoice must specify therapeutic vs. fitness use to stay in 9019

• Wooden models need phytosanitary certificates if from restricted countries