Zinc Alloy Weatherproof Padlock from Germany
A waterproof padlock cast from zinc alloy with a laminated steel body and double ball bearing locking mechanism for outdoor use. Classified under HTS 8301.40.60 as an 'other' base metal lock, it includes weather-resistant general-purpose padlocks not specified elsewhere in the heading.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Include weatherproofing test reports if claimed, as functionality affects valuation; ensure shackle material is declared accurately; common pitfall is mislabeling as 'industrial' leading to different quotas