Assembled Furniture with US Hardware from Japan
IKEA cabinet assembled abroad using US-manufactured drawer slides and hinges exported ready for installation. Hardware components retain identity through simple screwing/fastening with no further fabrication. 9802.00.80.69 applies to duty-free return of US hardware value.
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
• Group US hardware by type and quantity matching export records precisely,Avoid over-declaring US value; only components meeting 'ready for assembly' test qualify,Test assembly process doesn't alter US hardware form, shape, or advance value