C36000 Free-Cutting Brass Hex Rod from Mexico
Hexagonal rod of C36000 free-machining brass, containing copper, zinc, and lead for machinability, commonly used for fittings and fasteners. Classified under HTS 7407.21.90.00 as 'other' brass bars and rods, fitting copper-zinc base alloy definition. Not a specific profile or hollow rod.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
52.2%
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
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include lead content disclosure in certificates; ensure under 5% nickel to stay in brass category
• Avoid classifying as wire if diameter exceeds 6mm; check against 7408 for finer rods
• Label with exact alloy grade (e.g
• ASTM B16) to prevent customs disputes on composition