Brass Mortise Cylinder Key from China
A precision-cut brass key for mortise cylinder locks, made from copper alloy and sold individually. It is classified under HTS 8301.70.00.10 for separate copper alloy keys. Suited for commercial building security.
Duty Rate — China → United States
24.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Use X-ray fluorescence testing for alloy verification if challenged by customs
• Avoid generic 'hardware' descriptions; specify 'keys of copper alloys'
• Register trademarks if branded to protect against counterfeits at entry