Rubber Cabinet Door Bumpers from Japan
Adhesive-backed rubber bumpers used to cushion kitchen or bathroom cabinet doors and prevent slamming noise. This product falls under HTS 9403.99.40.80 as plastic/rubber parts of other furniture, serving as functional components for cabinetry. They are essential for soft-close mechanisms in household furniture.
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
• Label as 'furniture parts' on commercial invoices with specific cabinet compatibility details
• Test for rubber content to confirm plastics/rubber heading over other materials
• Common pitfall: misdeclared as hardware leading to Chapter 83 reclassification