7318.16.00.15 - Non-locking chrome-plated 🖩
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 | 0.5% |
| Quota Quantity | N/A |
| Additional Duties | N/A |
Overview
This HTS category, 7318.16.00.15, specifically covers non-locking lugnuts made from iron or steel that have been chrome-plated. Lugnuts are fasteners designed to secure a wheel to a vehicle's hub. The defining characteristics for this subcategory are the absence of any locking mechanism and the presence of a chrome plating, which provides both aesthetic appeal and corrosion resistance.
It is important to distinguish this category from its sibling, 7318.16.00.30, which covers locking lugnuts. Locking lugnuts incorporate a key or pattern that requires a specific tool for removal, thus offering enhanced security against wheel theft. Therefore, the primary differentiating factor is the presence or absence of a security feature designed to prevent unauthorized removal.
As this classification is a leaf node, there are no further subcategories. Classification at this level is determined by the specific physical attributes: the type of fastener (lugnut), its structural feature (non-locking), and its surface treatment (chrome-plated). Importers and exporters should ensure their goods precisely match these criteria to avoid misclassification.