Aluminum TSA Padlock for Suitcases from Germany
Lightweight aluminum padlock with TSA-approved master key access and resettable combination, ideal for hard-shell suitcase latches. Falls under HTS 8301.40.30.00 as a base metal lock purposed for luggage.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain binding ruling from CBP if design blurs line between luggage and general padlocks
• Comply with REACH-like standards for aluminum alloys if from EU origins
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying with key sets; declare locks separately