7318.24.00.00 - Cotters and cotter pins

This classification covers cotters and cotter pins, which are fastening devices typically made of iron or steel. These items are characterized by their non-threaded nature and their function in securing other components. They are often split or designed with a looped end, allowing them to be inserted through a hole in a bolt or screw and then bent to create a secure lock.

Distinguishing cotters and cotter pins from their siblings, this category specifically excludes spring washers and other lock washers (7318.21.00), which are designed to provide tension or prevent loosening through their spring action. It also does not include general washers (7318.22.00.00), which are typically flat discs used to distribute load or prevent damage. Furthermore, rivets (7318.23.00.00), which are permanent fasteners inserted through holes and deformed to hold parts together, are classified separately.

As a leaf node, this category does not have further subdivisions. Therefore, the classification of goods under 7318.24.00.00 relies on the precise definition of cotters and cotter pins as specific types of non-threaded fasteners used for locking and securing. Examples include various forms of split pins and similar devices designed for this purpose.