16mm Stud Link Mooring Chain
This is a 16 mm stud link mooring chain made of carbon steel, used for securing vessels to docks or buoys. The stud design maintains chain alignment and distributes loads evenly during heavy mooring stresses. This product is classifiable under tariff item 7315.81.00 as stud-link chain.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | +50.0% | 50% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the chain is welded without studs
Welded link chain without studs is classified separately.
If the chain is not stud-link
Other chain types fall under a different item.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify the chain as stud-link on the customs declaration to ensure correct duty assessment
• Provide documentation on the carbon steel grade and any corrosion-resistant coatings
• Check if the chain meets Transport Canada marine safety standards
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10mm Stud Link Rigging Chain
This is a light-duty stud link rigging chain, featuring links with a transverse stud that maintains the chain's shape and prevents kinking under load. It is used in construction and general rigging applications where stability and alignment of the chain are required. The presence of the stud classifies it under tariff item 7315.81.00 as stud-link chain.
12.5mm Grade 70 Stud Link Chain
This is a Grade 70 stud link chain with 12.5 mm links, heat-treated for high strength and used in towing and recovery operations. The studs in each link prevent elongation and twisting under dynamic loads, ensuring reliable performance. This product is specifically classifiable as stud-link chain under tariff item 7315.81.00.
14mm Stud Link Towing Chain
This is a 14 mm diameter stud link towing chain made of high-carbon steel, designed for heavy truck towing and industrial dragging. The studs provide anti-kink performance and maintain the chain's structural integrity under stress. It is correctly classified under tariff item 7315.81.00 as stud-link chain.
18mm Stud Link Mining Chain
This is an 18 mm stud link mining chain made of abrasion-resistant steel, used for haulage in underground mining operations. The studs prevent jamming in sprockets and maintain chain alignment under heavy loads. It is correctly classified under tariff item 7315.81.00 as stud-link chain.
22mm Heavy Duty Stud Link Chain
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24mm Stud Link Buoy Chain
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