Forged Steel S-Hook

A heavy-duty S-shaped hook forged from carbon steel, used for suspending chains or ropes in garages and workshops. It falls under HTS 7326.19.00 as an article of iron or steel that is forged or stamped but not further worked beyond basic forming. The simple cross-sectional shape distinguishes it from more processed hardware.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.9%+35.0%37.9%
🇲🇽Mexico2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇨🇦Canada2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇩🇪Germany2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇯🇵Japan2.9%+10.0%12.9%

More Specific Codes

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Alternative Classifications

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7326.90.86Same rate: 37.9%

If surface treated such as painted or galvanized

Any coating or plating constitutes 'further working,' shifting to other articles of iron or steel.

7316.00.00.00Lower: 35% vs 37.9%

If designed specifically as chain fittings or accessories

Articles like hooks integral to chain systems classify under chain fittings rather than general steel articles.

8205.59.10.00Higher: 42.2% vs 37.9%

If for industrial use as a vise or clamp component

Tool-specific forged steel parts fall under heading 8205 for blacksmiths' tools and vices.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the item is truly forged or stamped with no machining, welding, or finishing to qualify under this heading

Provide mill test certificates confirming steel composition to satisfy customs material verification

Avoid common pitfalls like classifying painted or galvanized versions here, as they require further worked subheadings