Zinc Staircase Balustrade Bracket from Mexico
A die-cast zinc bracket for securing balustrade rails to staircases in homes or public buildings. It qualifies for HTS 8302.49.60.85 as a base metal fitting suitable for staircases, made of zinc, and categorized as 'other' mountings not elsewhere specified. Provides structural support for safety railings.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
30.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Provide load-bearing test reports to classify as safety fittings rather than decorative trim
• Use precise invoices detailing zinc alloy composition to avoid disputes with steel classifications