Reconditioned US Steel Shipping Drums from Japan
Heavy-duty steel drums originally produced in the United States, previously imported with chemicals, duty paid, and now reimported empty after domestic cleaning. Qualifies under HTS 9803.00.50 as foreign-imported substantial containers with prior duty payment. Designed for hazardous materials transport with UN certification.
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
• Retain prior entry documents showing duty payment; ensure drums meet UN/DOT specifications; provide cleaning certificates to verify empty/compliant condition