ANSI 50 Roller Chain

Standard ANSI #50 roller chain with 5/8 inch (15.875 mm) pitch under 50 mm, featuring more than 3 parts per pitch: pins, bushings, rollers, and inner/outer plates. Used in industrial conveyors and bicycles, it falls under HTS 7315.11.0045 for 'other' roller chains of steel. This specification distinguishes it from simpler chain types.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFree+35.0%35%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

7315.11.00Same rate: 35%

If containing 3 or fewer parts per pitch

Simpler roller chains with ≀3 parts/pitch go to the parallel 'other' subheading 7315.11.0075.

8714.96.90.00Higher: 45% vs 35%

If for bicycle-specific chain

Chains designed exclusively for bicycle use classify as bicycle parts under Chapter 87.

8431.39.00Same rate: 35%

If as part of conveyor system

If imported as an integral conveyor part, it may fall under machinery parts in 8431.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Label with exact ANSI standard and pitch measurement; CBP may measure samples to enforce pitch limits

β€’ Include material certificates confirming iron/steel composition to avoid misclassification to Chapter 73 non-chain items

β€’ Watch for preferential tariff treatment under USMCA if from qualifying North American origins

Related Products under HTS 7315.11.00.45

ANSI 40 Roller Chain

This articulated link roller chain has a pitch of 1/2 inch (12.7 mm), less than 50 mm, and contains more than 3 parts per pitch including inner links, outer links, bushings, and rollers. It is classified under HTS 7315.11.0045 as a steel roller chain of iron or steel for power transmission in machinery. The chain's design fits the 'other' category for chains not exceeding 50 mm pitch with multiple components per pitch.

ANSI 60 Roller Chain

Heavy-duty ANSI 60 roller chain with 3/4 inch (19.05 mm) pitch, under 50 mm, and over 3 parts per pitch including precision rollers and side plates. Ideal for agricultural equipment and motors, classified in HTS 7315.11.0045 as articulated steel roller chain. Meets chapter definition for multi-part chains.

DIN 08B Roller Chain

European standard DIN 08B roller chain with 12.7 mm pitch under 50 mm, containing more than 3 parts per pitch for precise transmission. Made of carbon steel for European machinery imports, it fits HTS 7315.11.0045 'other' roller chain category. Complies with chapter wire dimension limits.

Triple Strand #40 Roller Chain

Triple-strand ANSI #40 roller chain configuration, 1/2 inch pitch under 50 mm, with more than 3 parts per pitch across interconnected strands. Used in high-load conveyors, classified under HTS 7315.11.0045 for complex steel roller chains. Multi-strand design exceeds simple chain criteria.

Heavy Series ANSI 80 Roller Chain

Heavy series ANSI 80 roller chain with 1 inch (25.4 mm) pitch under 50 mm, featuring reinforced parts exceeding 3 per pitch for extreme duty. Carbon steel construction for mining equipment fits HTS 7315.11.0045 'other' category. Robust design per chapter iron/steel chain notes.

ISO 10B Precision Roller Chain

ISO 10B precision roller chain with 15.875 mm pitch, multiple components per pitch for high-speed applications. Alloy steel for robotics and automation, under HTS 7315.11.0045 as 'other' articulated chain. Precision tolerances define its roller chain status.