7318.15.50.30 - Of stainless steel
Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Unit of Quantity | kg |
| General Rate of Duty | Free |
| Special Rate of Duty | N/A |
| Column 2 Rate of Duty | 45% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS subheading, 7318.15.50.30, specifically classifies studs made of iron or steel. Studs are threaded fasteners characterized by being threaded at both ends, or threaded along their entire length, and typically lack a head. They are designed to be permanently fixed at one end into a tapped hole or nut, with the other end protruding for attachment purposes. Examples include double-ended studs used in automotive engines or construction applications.
This category is distinguished from its sibling "Other" (7318.15.50.90) which would encompass threaded fasteners that are not studs but are still screws or bolts falling under the broader "Other screws and bolts" parent category. The key differentiator is the headless, double-ended threaded nature of the product being classified here.
As this is a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subdivisions. Therefore, classification under 7318.15.50.30 is definitive once the product is identified as a stud of iron or steel and meets the general criteria for screws and bolts, but specifically fulfills the definition of a stud. The material of stainless steel is also a critical defining characteristic for this specific subheading, as indicated by the direct description.