Security Torx Self-Tapping Screws 3.5mm from Japan
3.5 mm pin-Torx self-tapping screws designed to prevent tampering in public fixtures. Classified HTS 7318.14.10 for small self-threading steel screws. Used in vending machines and anti-vandal applications.
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 already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Document security drive design (pin-Torx) to justify specialized classification
• Provide matching bit tool samples if imported together
• Mark as 'security fasteners' to avoid generic screw undervaluation