Steel Padlock Shackle from Germany
A U-shaped steel shackle component designed for padlocks, typically hardened for security. It falls under HTS 8301.60.00.60 as a part of padlocks made of base metal, specifically categorized as 'other' parts not including locks or keys.
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
• Verify material composition with lab testing to confirm base metal content and avoid misclassification as non-metal parts
• Include detailed engineering drawings in documentation to prove it's a padlock-specific part
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain steel imports from specific countries