Steel Padlock Spare Key
A durable steel key for use with weather-resistant padlocks, typically supplied as a replacement in single units. 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 padlock as a set
Keys imported with their padlocks are classified with the padlock under heading 83.01.
Not sure which classification is right?
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare the key as a replacement key for padlocks, not as a part of the padlock
• Provide the steel composition for classification
• If the key is imported with the padlock, it may be classified with the padlock under heading 83.01
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