2 Inch Smooth Shank Box Nail from Japan
A slender 2-inch box nail with smooth shank constructed from round steel wire in one piece, used for light framing and box assembly. It qualifies for HTS 7317.00.55.20 as a non-coated, non-plated smooth shank nail excluding copper-headed variants. Commonly used in packaging and furniture making.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
50%
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 of aluminum, of steel or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; patented pharmaceutical articles; and semiconductor articles, as provided in subdivision (f) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document exact dimensions and shank type; smooth shank must be verified against ring or barbed alternatives
• Avoid common error of classifying as staples (8305) if rectangular head; confirm pointed nail design
• For large shipments, pre-clear with customs on wire source to prevent reclassification