Chipboard Self-Tapping Screws #8 x 1/2"

Double-threaded self-tappers sized #8 (4 mm diameter) for particle board and MDF, with coarse lower threads for wood grip. HTS 7318.14.10 classification based on <6 mm diameter despite wood end-use, as they're self-tapping threaded steel articles. Used in furniture assembly.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.2%+35.0%41.2%
🇲🇽Mexico6.2%+10.0%16.2%
🇨🇦Canada6.2%+10.0%16.2%
🇩🇪Germany6.2%+10.0%16.2%
🇯🇵Japan6.2%+10.0%16.2%

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7317.00.10.00Lower: 17.5% vs 41.2%

If single-threaded wood screws

Traditional wood screws lack machine-style upper threads of self-tappers.

9403.91.00Lower: 35% vs 41.2%

If pre-installed in wooden furniture

Assembled furniture with integral screws classifies under furniture headings.

7318.29.00.00Lower: 37.8% vs 41.2%

If headless pins

Pin-like fasteners without defined heads shift to other categories.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify dual-thread design in descriptions to distinguish from pure wood screws

Provide load-bearing test data if marketed for structural furniture applications

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