Brass Skeleton Key for Antique Locks

A decorative brass skeleton key made from copper alloy, used for antique or reproduction locks, presented separately. It qualifies for HTS 8301.70.00.10 as a key of copper alloys. Popular in restoration projects and vintage decor.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.5%+17.5%22%
🇲🇽Mexico4.5%+10.0%14.5%
🇨🇦Canada4.5%+10.0%14.5%
🇩🇪Germany4.5%+10.0%14.5%
🇯🇵Japan4.5%+10.0%14.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8301.40.30Lower: 13.1% vs 22%

If nickel-plated iron

Non-copper base metal keys with plating shift to other base metal parts.

8302.41.30Higher: 38.9% vs 22%

If part of a base metal mountings set

When included in furniture hardware sets, classified under mountings and fittings.

9705Lower: 10% vs 22%

If purely collectible antique

True antiques over 100 years old may qualify as collectibles, not functional keys.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide historical or functional use documentation to avoid misclassification as jewelry

Test for lead content in brass alloys to meet U.S. safety standards like CPSIA

Use statistical suffixes accurately for reporting copper alloy keys

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