Retaining Wall Threaded Tie
Threaded tie rods or pins used in retaining wall construction, installed via powder-actuated tools and designed to accept couplers for extended lengths. These products provide structural reinforcement and are classified under tariff item 7317.00.00 as similar articles of iron or steel. Their function as fasteners aligns with the heading's scope.
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 tie is used as a threaded rod with nuts
Threaded rods and similar fasteners are classified under heading 7318.
If the tie is part of a structural steel framework
Structures and parts of structures of iron or steel are classified under heading 7308.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the ties are not considered structural parts of prefabricated buildings (Chapter 94) or machinery (Section XVI)
• Provide evidence of the product's fastener function, such as installation instructions
• If the ties are supplied with couplers, ensure the entire set is classified correctly
Related Products under Tariff item 7317.00.00
16d Common Framing Nails
Heavy-duty 16d (3.5-inch) steel nails made from round wire for framing lumber in residential construction. These one-piece nails are manufactured from round wire with a cross-section under 16 mm, meeting the definition of wire in Chapter 73. They are classified under tariff item 7317.00.00 as nails of iron or steel, with no additional coatings or heads of other materials.
Board Steel Thumb Tacks with Nylon Heads
Board steel thumb tacks with nylon heads are pins of iron or steel featuring a head made of nylon, a material other than copper. They are used to affix papers or fabrics to presentation boards and fall under tariff item 7317.00.00 as similar articles of iron or steel with heads of other material.
Box Nails 10d Size
Lighter 10d (3-inch) box nails made from round steel wire for lighter framing and crating applications. Their thinner shank reduces wood splitting, making them ideal for finish work. These nails are classified under tariff item 7317.00.00 as nails of iron or steel, consistent with their one-piece construction from round wire under 16 mm.
Brass-Plated Steel Thumb Tacks
Brass-plated steel thumb tacks are steel tacks with a flat head plated in brass, giving a decorative finish. The brass plating is a coating, not a head of copper, so these tacks remain within tariff item 7317.00.00 as iron or steel tacks with heads of other material.
Casing Nails 8d
8d (2.5-inch) round wire casing nails with countersunk heads for door and window trim, coated for enhanced holding power. These one-piece nails are made from round wire under 16 mm in cross-section, meeting the Chapter 73 definition of wire. They are classified under tariff item 7317.00.00 as nails of iron or steel, with the coating not affecting their classification.
Ceiling Grid Threaded Fastener
Ceiling grid threaded fasteners are threaded steel clip-pins for securing acoustic ceiling grids to concrete using powder-actuated handtools. They are classified under tariff item 7317.00.00 as similar articles of iron or steel, not excluded by chapter notes.