Brass Combination Padlock from Japan
A 4-digit combination padlock made of brass with a hardened steel shackle, suitable for securing gates, lockers, and luggage. It falls under HTS 8301.40.60 as a combination-operated lock of base metal, classified as 'other locks' excluding specific types like door locks. This category covers general-purpose padlocks not fitting narrower subheadings.
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 the lock operates via combination mechanism and is primarily base metal to avoid reclassification; provide detailed material composition certificates; watch for anti-dumping duties on certain Chinese-origin padlocks