Tinplate Lunchbox

A rectangular metal lunchbox made from tinplate with a hinged lid and handle, commonly used for packing meals. It falls under HTS 7326.90.10.00 as an other article of iron or steel specifically of tinplate, not classified elsewhere in Chapter 73.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+35.0%35%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7310.29.00Same rate: 35%

If designed as a refillable keg for beverages

Cylindrical kegs of tinplate with domed ends and valve system for dispensing liquids fall under specific keg provisions.

7323.93.00Lower: 12% vs 35%

If used as household table, kitchen or utensils

Tinplate items like small trays or servers primarily for serving food are classified in heading 7323 for household articles.

7326.90.86Higher: 37.9% vs 35%

If not of tinplate but other coated steel

Changes to non-tinplate steel (e.g., galvanized) shifts to other 'other articles of iron or steel' subheadings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Verify tinplate composition with mill test certificates to confirm coating on steel base and avoid misclassification

โ€ข Label products with material content and country of origin per CBP requirements to prevent customs holds