Brass Door Lock Cylinder from China
Precision-machined brass cylinder core for cylindrical door locks, featuring keyway and tumbler mechanisms. Classified under HTS 8301.60.00.10 as a key-operated lock part made of copper alloy. Commonly used in residential and commercial door hardware.
Duty Rate — China → United States
20.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Provide engineering specs proving compatibility only with lock mechanisms to distinguish from general brass fittings
• Label shipments clearly as 'lock parts - copper alloy' and include HS explanatory notes references
• Watch for undervaluation penalties; document fair market value for replacement parts separately