Beehive Frame Spacer from China
A metal or wooden spacer used to maintain proper spacing between frames within a beehive, preventing cross-combing and ensuring efficient bee space utilization. This part falls under HTS 8436.99.0030 as a component specifically designed for bee-keeping machinery like standard Langstroth hives.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 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(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify the part is explicitly for bee-keeping hives via supplier specs to avoid reclassification as general hardware
• Include detailed invoices specifying compatibility with bee-keeping equipment like frame holders