1/4 Inch Aluminum Split Cotter Pin

Standard 1/4 inch diameter split cotter pin made from pure aluminum wire, inserted through drilled holes to lock pins and axles in bicycles and small engines. Directly matches HTS 7616.10.5000 for aluminum cotter pins as similar fastening articles. Provides non-marring, lightweight security.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.7%+35.0%40.7%
🇲🇽Mexico5.7%+10.0%15.7%
🇨🇦Canada5.7%+10.0%15.7%
🇩🇪Germany5.7%+10.0%15.7%
🇯🇵Japan5.7%+10.0%15.7%

Alternative Classifications

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

7604.29.10Lower: 40% vs 40.7%

If imported as unformed aluminum wire profiles

Aluminum bars/rods/profiles in coils, not yet formed into cotter pins, under Chapter 76 as semi-manufactures.

7616.99.51Lower: 37.5% vs 40.7%

If aluminum alloy construction

Alloyed aluminum cotter pins reclassified to other articles of aluminum alloys.

8714.96.90Higher: 45% vs 40.7%

If specific to bicycle parts

Cotter pins designed exclusively for bicycles classified under bicycle parts in Chapter 87.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use HTS explanatory notes to justify cotter pin vs. generic wire classification; provide cross-section diagrams

Ensure wire diameter <6mm if questioned under 7616.91 note, though not applicable here

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