M3 Self-Tapping Steel Screws from Japan
These are self-tapping screws made of iron or steel with a 3 mm thread diameter, designed for creating their own threads in pre-drilled holes. They fall under HTS 7318.14.10 due to their shank and thread diameter being less than 6 mm and self-tapping functionality. Commonly used in electronics assembly and light metal fabrication.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
56.2%
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
• Verify exact thread diameter under 6 mm with calipers to confirm classification under 7318.14.10; larger sizes shift to 7318.14.50
• Provide material test reports confirming iron or steel composition to avoid reclassification under non-ferrous chapters
• Label packages clearly with screw size, type (self-tapping), and quantity to facilitate customs inspection and prevent undervaluation penalties