Fishing Barometer from Japan
A portable aneroid barometer designed for anglers to predict fish behavior based on pressure changes, often with weather trend indicators. It qualifies for HTS 9025.80.1500 as a simple, standalone barometer without other measurement functions.
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
• Ensure consumer packaging complies with CPSC labeling if marketed for recreational use
• Avoid adding altimeter functions which could reclassify to sports instruments
• Batch import in retail-ready packaging to qualify for lower column 2 rates