9818.00.05.00/Bow Thruster Gearbox Seals/Japan

Bow Thruster Gearbox Seals from Japan

Specialized high-pressure seals for bow thruster gearbox, replaced during foreign refit of U.S. cruise ship before first U.S. port arrival. Qualifies under 9818.00.05.00 as essential maneuvering system spare parts installed pre-entry.

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%

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Import Tips

• Submit thruster maintenance schedules proving replacement necessity; verify U.S. registry for passenger vessels; track seal kits from foreign supplier through installation