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
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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