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Aluminum Cotter Pin for Marine Hardware from China

Corrosion-resistant aluminum cotter pin for marine applications like boat trailer axles and rigging, with extended prongs for easy installation. HTS 7616.10.5000 covers these as cotter pins of aluminum. Preferred over steel in saltwater environments.

Duty Rate — China → United States

43.2%

Rate breakdown

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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Certify compliance with ASTM B211 for aluminum alloys if applicable, distinguishing from pure Al

Document end-use as general marine hardware, not vessel-specific parts, to remain in Chapter 76

Avoid reclassification as yacht accessories under 8903 by emphasizing universal mechanical use