Vulcanite Pipe Stem from Japan
Replacement vulcanite (hard rubber) mouthpiece stem for tobacco pipes. Classified as a part thereof under HTS 9614.00.98.90 for other smoking pipe parts.
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 as 'smoking pipe replacement part' in invoices to avoid general rubber goods classification
• Check for proper HTS for sets if imported with bowls
• Comply with REACH regulations for rubber importers into certain markets