Brass-Plated Steel Thumb Tacks
Thumb tacks made of steel with a brass plating finish on the flat head for decorative appeal, used in crafts and offices. Classified under HTS 7317.00.10.00 as iron or steel tacks with heads of other material (brass plating qualifies as steel base with non-steel surface treatment).
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +17.5% | 17.5% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If unplated plain steel
Plain iron/steel tacks without other material heads go under 7317.00.30.00.
If for industrial woodworking use
Tacks resembling brads for tools or machinery classify under Chapter 82 as hand tools.
If predominantly copper alloy
Copper-based tacks with steel elements shift to Chapter 74 for copper articles.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Plating thickness must be documented; if over 50% by weight non-steel, reclassification risk increases
ā¢ Use HTS advisory rulings for plated finishes to prevent customs disputes
ā¢ Ensure no copper alloy heads exceeding limits, as those are excluded from this subheading
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Steel Thumb Tacks with Plastic Heads
Small steel tacks with flattened, broad plastic heads designed for pinning paper to corkboards or bulletin boards. They fall under HTS 7317.00.10.00 as thumb tacks of iron or steel with heads of other material (plastic), meeting the definition of tacks in this heading excluding copper heads.
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Board Steel Thumb Tacks with Nylon Heads
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Mini Steel Thumb Tacks for Photos
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