Smooth Shank Steel Common Nail 8d
An 8d (2.5 inch) common nail made from round steel wire of one piece construction with a smooth shank, used for general framing and construction. It falls under HTS 7317.00.55.20 as it is not coated, plated, or painted, and matches the criteria for smooth shank nails from round wire. These nails are essential for woodworking and carpentry where a plain finish is required.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +35.0% | 35% |
| 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 heads are coated, plated, or painted
Nails with heads of other material or coated heads shift to subheading for coated articles, changing duty rates.
If made of wire with square or other non-round cross-section
Chapter 73 defines 'wire' but round wire specifically routes to 7317.00.55; non-round goes to flat/corrugated categories.
If imported as part of a tool set for retail sale
If sold as a set with interchangeable tools, it may classify under tools rather than individual nails.
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Verify wire diameter does not exceed 16 mm per Chapter 73 note and confirm smooth shank with no coatings via mill certificates
ā¢ Include detailed invoices specifying length, gauge, and 'not coated/plated/painted' to avoid misclassification as galvanized
Related Products under HTS 7317.00.55.20
2 Inch Smooth Shank Box Nail
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.
3d Smooth Shank Steel Framing Nail
A 3d (1.25 inch) smooth shank framing nail made of round wire in one piece construction, uncoated for basic construction tasks. Fits HTS 7317.00.55.20 precisely as a non-plated smooth shank nail. Used where high holding power isn't critical.
1.5 Inch Bright Smooth Sink Nail
A 1.5-inch sink nail with smooth shank, one-piece round wire construction, bright finish uncoated for underlayment and subflooring. HTS 7317.00.55.20 covers this as a non-painted smooth shank steel nail. Provides annular ring-like hold without deformation.
Ceiling Clip Nail Smooth Shank
Smooth shank nail for ceiling clips, made from one-piece round steel wire, uncoated for acoustic tile suspension. HTS 7317.00.55.20 as smooth, not plated/painted. Short length suits drywall and suspended systems.
Bright Wire Smooth Joist Hanger Nail
15-gauge smooth shank joist hanger nail, 2.5 inches, one-piece round wire, uncoated for structural hangers. Fits HTS 7317.00.55.20 perfectly. Short, thick for metal connectors.
Underlayment Smooth Shank Nail
1-inch ringless underlayment nail, smooth shank round wire, uncoated for flooring prep. HTS 7317.00.55.20 applies. Slim for thin materials.