Rubber Grip Tape for Chair Backs from Japan
Self-adhesive rubber tape applied to chair backs for better handling during moving. Classifies as rubber part of seat furniture in HTS 9403.99.40.80, enhancing grip on other furniture like dining chairs. Temporary protection feature.
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
• Prove specificity to chairs vs general tape
• Adhesive formulation docs needed
• Common error: Chapter 40 tape heading