How do I know which HS-6 code to use?

Identify the specific type of fastener in your shipment. For example, use **731812** for threaded wood screws or **731823** for non-threaded rivets.

What does n.e.c. mean in HS-6 codes?

n.e.c. stands for 'not elsewhere classified,' indicating that the item does not fit into other specific categories within the heading.

Can I use HS-4 7318 for non-metal fasteners?

No, HS-4 7318 is specifically for iron or steel articles. Non-metal fasteners would require a different classification.

Are there special import regulations for these fasteners?

Yes, ensure compliance with local import regulations, including safety standards and labeling requirements for fasteners.

What if my shipment includes mixed types of fasteners?

You may need to classify each item separately based on its specific HS-6 code, ensuring accurate documentation for customs.

How can I find more information on HS-4 7318?

Consult the Harmonized Tariff Schedule or reach out to a customs broker for detailed guidance on classification and compliance.

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7318 — Screws, bolts, nuts, coach screws, screw hooks, rivets, cotters, cotter-pins, washers (including spring washers) and similar articles, of iron or steel

Chapter 73: Articles of iron or steel

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 7318 when importing screws, bolts, nuts, and similar articles made of iron or steel. For example, if you're shipping threaded coach screws for furniture assembly, this heading applies. It encompasses various types of fasteners that are essential in construction and manufacturing.

Choosing the right HS-6 line under 7318 depends on the specific type of fastener. For instance, if your shipment includes threaded wood screws, you should classify them under 731812. However, if you have non-threaded rivets, you would use 731823 instead. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for accurate classification and compliance.

The boundary between 731815 and 731819 can be tricky. If your shipment contains threaded screws and bolts that aren’t specifically categorized elsewhere, you would select 731819. But if they come with their nuts or washers, 731815 is the right choice. Pay attention to packaging and included components to make the correct decision.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

HS-4 7318 · iron screws · steel bolts · threaded nuts · non-threaded washers · fasteners classification · import screws · export bolts · coach screws · screw hooks · self-tapping screws · lock washers · non-threaded rivets · cotter-pins · HS-6 subheadings · trade compliance

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Threaded coach screws (HS-6 731811)
Wood screws, not coach screws (HS-6 731812)
Screw hooks and screw rings (HS-6 731813)
Self-tapping screws (HS-6 731814)
Screws and bolts with nuts or washers (HS-6 731815)
Threaded nuts (HS-6 731816)
Non-threaded spring washers (HS-6 731821)

Common questions

How people often phrase their search when they're trying to classify goods like yours.

What is HS-4 7318 used for?
How do I classify threaded screws?
What are the differences between HS-6 731815 and 731819?
Which HS code for non-threaded washers?
How to import coach screws under HS-4 7318?
What are the requirements for HS-6 731812?
How to determine the right HS-6 line for my fasteners?

Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of products fall under HS-4 7318?: HS-4 7318 covers screws, bolts, nuts, coach screws, screw hooks, rivets, cotters, cotter-pins, washers, and similar articles made of iron or steel.
How do I know which HS-6 code to use?: Identify the specific type of fastener in your shipment. For example, use **731812** for threaded wood screws or **731823** for non-threaded rivets.
What does n.e.c. mean in HS-6 codes?: n.e.c. stands for 'not elsewhere classified,' indicating that the item does not fit into other specific categories within the heading.
Can I use HS-4 7318 for non-metal fasteners?: No, HS-4 7318 is specifically for iron or steel articles. Non-metal fasteners would require a different classification.
Are there special import regulations for these fasteners?: Yes, ensure compliance with local import regulations, including safety standards and labeling requirements for fasteners.
What if my shipment includes mixed types of fasteners?: You may need to classify each item separately based on its specific HS-6 code, ensuring accurate documentation for customs.
How can I find more information on HS-4 7318?: Consult the Harmonized Tariff Schedule or reach out to a customs broker for detailed guidance on classification and compliance.

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