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Brass Nameplate for Machinery

A flat engraved brass plate used for labeling industrial machinery specifications and serial numbers. Classified under HTS 7419.80.5050 as other copper alloy articles, specifically brass (copper-zinc base alloy), not covered by specific headings like castings or springs.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+75.0%75%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+50.0%50%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+50.0%50%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+50.0%50%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+50.0%50%

Alternative Classifications

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

7419Same rate: 75%

If made of nickel silver (copper-nickel-zinc with โ‰ฅ5% nickel)

Nickel silver alloys per subheading note (c) have separate statistical reporting under 7419.99.

7326.90.86Lower: 40.4% vs 75%

If steel substrate with copper electroplating

Principal material determines chapter; steel-based items go to Chapter 73.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code โ€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Provide alloy analysis confirming zinc predominance (<5% nickel, <3% tin) per subheading note (a) to qualify as brass

โ€ข Label as 'machinery parts' only if imported with equipment; standalone plates risk reclassification