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 Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
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.
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 key is classified as a separate key, not as a part of the meter cabinet
• Document the steel grade for customs
• If the key is imported with the cabinet, it may be classified with the cabinet under Chapter 94
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