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Galvanized Indexing Tags

Metal tags with holes for attaching to files or documents for indexing purposes in offices. Classified in HTS 8305.90.60.00 as 'indexing tags and similar office articles' of base metal.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.7%+20.0%25.7%
🇲🇽Mexico5.7%+10.0%15.7%
🇨🇦Canada5.7%+10.0%15.7%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8310.00.00.00Higher: 37.5% vs 25.7%

If used for signage rather than indexing

Sign plates and tags shift to Chapter 83 signage heading.

7326.90.86Higher: 40.4% vs 25.7%

If plain steel blanks without office features

Unfinished metal plates classify as other steel articles.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure tags are under 1kg total weight per statistical note compliance

• Document office end-use to differentiate from industrial tags

• Check for lead content restrictions under consumer product safety rules