Master Lock Heavy Duty Automotive Door Lock from Germany
This is a key-operated padlock designed specifically for securing motor vehicle doors, such as on trucks or vans, made from zinc-plated steel. It falls under HTS 8301.20.00.60 as it is a lock of a kind used on motor vehicles, categorized as 'other' beyond standard classifications. The robust shackle and weather-resistant body make it ideal for outdoor vehicle protection.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
15%
Rate breakdown
9903.94.5315%Parts of passenger vehicles and light trucks that are products of the European Union as specified in subdivision (o) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent as provided for in subdivision (m) of U.S. note 33 to this subchapter) rate of duty under column1 less than 15 percent.
9903.03.060%Articles of aluminum, of steel, or of copper or derivative aluminum or steel articles; passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; parts of passenger vehicles (sedans, sport utility vehicles, crossover utility vehicles, minivans, and cargo vans) and light trucks; medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; parts of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles; wood products; and semiconductor articles, of any country, as provided in subdivision (aa)(v) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.74.110%Articles as provided for in subdivision (l) of U.S. note 38 to this subchapter.
Import Tips
• Verify the lock's intended use for motor vehicles via manufacturer specs to confirm HTS 8301.20 classification and avoid reclassification to general padlocks
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'for motor vehicle use' and provide engineering drawings if requested by customs for duty assessment