Aluminum-Core Steel Rivets
Aluminum-core steel rivets are non-threaded fasteners made of steel with an aluminum core, used primarily in aerospace applications for lightweight, corrosion-resistant joining. They are installed by deformation, which qualifies them as rivets under tariff item 7318.23.00.
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 aluminum core constitutes over 50% of the total weight
The product would be classified as an aluminum article rather than steel.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the rivets are classified as non-threaded steel articles and not as parts of general use
• Verify the aluminum content does not alter the base metal classification; steel must predominate by weight
• Keep supplier documentation to support the HS classification during CBSA inspection
Related Products under Tariff item 7318.23.00
Button Head Blind Rivets
Button head blind rivets are steel non-threaded fasteners with a protruding head, designed for installation from one side, commonly used in HVAC ductwork. The mandrel breaks off during setting, a characteristic feature of blind rivets, fitting tariff item 7318.23.00.
Copper Washers Steel Rivets
Steel rivets with integral copper sealing washers are non-threaded fasteners used in plumbing and roofing to provide watertight seals. The steel body predominates by weight, classifying them as steel rivets under tariff item 7318.23.00, with the copper washer considered a component.
Drive Pin Rivets
Drive pin rivets are steel non-threaded fasteners with a smooth shank and head, driven into concrete or masonry for attaching fixtures. They are set by impact, not threads, and fall under tariff item 7318.23.00 as steel rivets.
Flush Head Steel Rivets
Flush head steel rivets are low-profile, non-threaded fasteners made of mild steel, used in aircraft skins and automotive panels to minimize drag. They are set by bucking, a deformation process, qualifying them under tariff item 7318.23.00.
High-Strength Alloy Steel Rivets
High-strength alloy steel rivets, such as those made from 4140 steel, are non-threaded fasteners heat-treated for high shear strength, used in heavy equipment. They are driven hot or cold and are classified under tariff item 7318.23.00 as steel rivets.
Mushroom Head Rivets
Mushroom head rivets are steel non-threaded fasteners that form a mushroom-shaped head when set, used in leather goods and upholstery. They provide a decorative and secure hold, fitting tariff item 7318.23.00.