Automotive Ignition Replacement Key from China
A base metal key blank with grooved blade for car ignition cylinders, presented separately without transponder chip. HTS 8301.70.00 applies to such lock keys not specific to vehicles. Used by auto locksmiths for aftermarket duplication.
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
• Declare as 'uncoded key blank' to distinguish from electronic vehicle parts; include HS explanatory notes reference
• Pitfall: chipped versions reclassified under 8512 electronic ignition