Stainless Steel Keychain Chain from Mexico
A short length of stainless steel chain with links of essentially round cross-sections, not over 8 mm in diameter, commonly used for keychains and small accessories. It falls under HTS 7315.89.1000 as it is 'other chain' of iron or steel with the specified link characteristics, excluding articulated link chain. This classification applies to lightweight, decorative chains not designed for heavy load-bearing.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
51.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0250%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.14, 9903.85.67 and 9903.85.68, articles of aluminum, of steel or of copper and derivative aluminum or steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(i)–(v) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Verify link diameter does not exceed 8mm and cross-sections are essentially round to avoid reclassification; provide manufacturer specs on chain construction
• Ensure country-of-origin marking on packaging for consumer products
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as jewelry if sold with attachments