Brass Trunk Lid Stay Arm

A brass prop arm for holding open wooden storage trunks or chests used in homes. Under HTS 8302.41.9080 as base metal fittings suitable for trunks/chests.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.5%+35.0%38.5%
🇲🇽Mexico3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇨🇦Canada3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇩🇪Germany3.5%+10.0%13.5%
🇯🇵Japan3.5%+10.0%13.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8302.49Lower: 13.5% vs 38.5%

If for vehicle trunks rather than storage chests

Coachwork fittings including vehicle trunks go to 8302.49.

8302.42.30Lower: 21.4% vs 38.5%

If when sold as part of complete trunk hardware set

Complete sets of fittings are classified separately from individual parts.

7419Lower: 10% vs 38.5%

If high copper content brass articles

Predominantly copper items may fall under Chapter 74.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Describe end use as 'for trunks/chests' explicitly on commercial invoice

Avoid selling as furniture hardware to prevent 8302.42 misclassification

Include photos showing trunk mounting for customs review