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Tin Rod 1/4 Inch Diameter

A cylindrical rod of unalloyed tin with 0.25-inch diameter, suitable for machining into components. Meets chapter note (a) for tin purity. Falls under HTS 8003.00.00.00 as tin rods.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina3%+12.5%15.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico3%+10.0%13%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada3%+10.0%13%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8007.00.50.00Higher: 27.8% vs 15.5%

If further worked after primary forming

Tin bars/rods that are clad, plated, polished or otherwise advanced beyond simple profiles go to heading 8007.

8544.49.20.00Higher: 53.5% vs 15.5%

If insulated electrical wire

Tin wire insulated with plastics or rubber is classified in Chapter 85 as insulated wire, not bare metal.

Not sure which classification is right?

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 mill test report confirming unalloyed tin composition; measure and declare diameter precisely to avoid profile confusion; ensure no alloying elements exceed limits