Coating Thickness Gauge from Japan
Magnetic or eddy current gauge for non-destructive measurement of paint/film thickness on metal substrates. Classified under HTS 9031.80.80.85 as other measuring instrument for industrial quality control.
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 principle (magnetic/eddy) and substrate compatibility
• Calibration foils/standards declared separately
• Medical coating measurement excluded per chapter notes