M12 Steel Lugnut for Automotive Wheels from Germany
A threaded M12 lugnut made of carbon steel, designed to secure wheels on passenger cars and light trucks. It falls under HTS 7318.16.0045 as an 'other' lugnut, which are nuts specifically for wheel fastening, distinct from standard hex nuts. The steel construction and threading meet Chapter 73 definitions for threaded articles of iron or steel.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
50%
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
• Verify nut dimensions and thread pitch match M12 standards to avoid misclassification as general nuts under 7318.16.00
• Include material certificates confirming carbon steel composition to comply with Chapter 73 notes on iron or steel articles
• Label shipments clearly as 'automotive lugnuts' to prevent customs confusion with industrial nuts; common pitfall is undervaluation