Brass Yale Blank Key from China
A blank key made from brass, a copper-zinc alloy, designed for Yale locks, presented separately for duplication. It falls under HTS 8301.70.00.10 as a key of copper alloys not incorporated into a lock. Commonly used by locksmiths for cutting into functional keys.
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
• Verify alloy composition with material certificates to confirm copper content exceeds 50% for classification
• Ensure keys are blanks or finished but presented separately, not attached to locks, to avoid reclassification
• Label as 'keys of copper alloys' and provide invoices specifying HTS 8301.70.00.10 to prevent customs disputes