TSA-Approved Zinc Alloy Luggage Lock from Japan
A combination padlock made of zinc alloy designed specifically for securing luggage, featuring a TSA-approved mechanism that allows airport security to open it without damage. It falls under HTS 8301.40.30.00 as a luggage lock, which is a type of other lock of base metal intended for travel baggage.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify TSA certification markings for compliance if marketing as TSA-approved to avoid mislabeling claims
• Include detailed material composition (e.g
• zinc alloy) in invoices to confirm base metal classification
• Watch for undervaluation pitfalls; provide retail packaging proof if imported in consumer-ready sets