Industrial Steel Thumb Tacks with Metal Caps
Industrial steel thumb tacks with metal caps are steel tacks with capped heads made of other metals, designed for heavy use. They fall under tariff item 7317.00.00 as tacks of iron or steel with heads of other material, provided the caps are not copper.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the caps are made of copper
Copper-headed tacks are excluded from heading 7317 and classified under copper articles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the metal caps are not copper, as copper heads are excluded
• Provide a detailed description of the cap material to the CBSA
• Classify under 7317.00.00 as steel tacks with other metal heads
Related Products under Tariff item 7317.00.00
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