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Meter Cabinet Access Key

A specialized steel key for utility meter cabinets, sold as utility service replacements, with a ringed head for tool attachment. It is a base metal key for a lock, classifiable under this tariff item as a key presented separately.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited States6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany6.5%β€”6.5%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan6.5%β€”6.5%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8301.60.00Lower: Free vs 6.5%

If the key is imported with the meter cabinet lock

Keys imported with their locks are classified as parts of locks under heading 83.01.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Ensure the key is classified as a separate key, not as a part of the meter cabinet

β€’ Document the steel grade for customs

β€’ If the key is imported with the cabinet, it may be classified with the cabinet under Chapter 94