1/4 Inch Aluminum Split Cotter Pin from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

40.7%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

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