Aluminum Tamper-Evident Bottle Caps

Pilfer-proof aluminum caps with breakaway bands for pharmaceutical and liquor bottles. HTS 8309.90.00 covers these as seals and packing accessories of base metal. Ensures product integrity during transport.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.6%+35.0%37.6%
🇲🇽Mexico2.6%+10.0%12.6%
🇨🇦Canada2.6%+10.0%12.6%
🇩🇪Germany2.6%+10.0%12.6%
🇯🇵Japan2.6%+10.0%12.6%

Alternative Classifications

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

8309.10.00Lower: 35% vs 37.6%

If serving as actual container seals rather than caps

Crown corks and similar are separated, but tamper seals might align closer there.

7612.90.10Higher: 80.7% vs 37.6%

If for industrial chemical containers

Aluminum casks or drums accessories fall under Chapter 76 for non-beverage use.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include child-resistant certification if applicable for drug packaging

Document tamper band functionality to distinguish from simple closures

Avoid mixing with plastic caps in shipments to prevent blended classification