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Pedometer Battery Compartment Cover from Japan

Waterproof plastic cover securing batteries in fitness pedometers, under parts 9029.90.80.80. Maintains device integrity during step counting. Simple construction but dedicated use keeps it in Chapter 90.

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

• Material safety data sheets for skin-contact plastics required

• Design patents proving proprietary pedometer fit

• High-volume imports risk plastic classification—maintain use proof