Inert Gas System Fan Blades from Japan
Corrosion-resistant fan blades for tanker inert gas system blowers, replaced during foreign tank coating renewal before U.S. flagged VLCC's first U.S. entry. 9818.00.05.00 eligible as explosion prevention spares.
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
• Submit IGS performance test data post-installation; verify blade metallurgy for corrosive environment; document foreign shipyard refurbishment complete records