Steel Spare Car Key from Japan
A durable steel duplicate key for automotive ignition or door locks, sold individually as a replacement part. Classified under HTS 8301.70.00.60 for other base metal keys presented separately. Excludes keys bundled with vehicle lock cylinders.
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 automotive manufacturer specs and groove patterns in documentation for accurate 'other keys' classification
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying with transponder chips, which may require 8512.90 for electrical parts
• Ensure country-of-melt reporting for steel keys to comply with Section 232 tariffs if applicable