Brass Skeleton Key for Antique Locks from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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