M3 Stainless Steel Self-Tapping Screw
A small self-tapping screw with a 3mm shank diameter made from stainless steel, used for fastening thin metal or plastic sheets in electronics enclosures. It cuts its own threads upon installation, fitting HTS 7318.14.1030 due to its stainless steel composition and shank diameter under 6mm.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If machine screw, not self-tapping
Machine screws require pre-tapped holes, classified under non-self-tapping threaded articles.
If shank or thread diameter 6mm or greater
Larger diameter self-tapping screws fall into the next size category within the same heading.
If sold as spring washer sets with screws
Assembled sets with washers classified as spring washers rather than individual screws.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify stainless steel grade (e.g
• 304 or 316) matches declaration to avoid reclassification
• Provide thread pitch and shank diameter specs in entry docs to confirm <6mm criterion
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain stainless steel fasteners from specific countries
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