7317.00.10.00 - Thumb tacks 🖩
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | kg |
| General Rate of Duty (Column 1 - General) | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty (Column 1 - Special) | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 4% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 7317.00.10.00, specifically classifies thumb tacks. Thumb tacks are characterized by their short, flat-headed design, intended for temporary fastening of paper or other thin materials to a surface, typically by pressing them in with the thumb. They are generally made entirely of iron or steel, though their heads can, in some instances, be made of other materials, provided those heads are not composed of copper.
This heading is distinct from its siblings by its specific focus on thumb tacks. The sibling category, "Other, suitable for use in powder-actuated handtools," covers fasteners designed for pneumatic or explosive-powered fastening tools, which are significantly different in construction and application. The other sibling, "Other," serves as a residual category for all other iron or steel fasteners not otherwise specified within heading 7317. Therefore, thumb tacks are precisely identified and classified here, separate from specialized industrial fasteners or a general catch-all.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subdivisions under 7317.00.10.00. Classification at this level is determined by the definitive physical characteristics and intended use of the article as a thumb tack, excluding other types of tacks, nails, or staples that may fall under related but distinct subheadings.