CBP Issues New ICP on Locks of Base Metal
U.S. Customs and Border Protection has issued a new informed compliance publication entitled What Every Member of the Trade Community Should Know About: Locks of Base Metal.
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This publication was prepared by the National Commodity Specialist Division of Regulations and Rulings and it provides guidance regarding the tariff classification of base metal locks, parts thereof and keys. It also identifies the country of origin marking requirements applicable to keys.
(A lock is a mechanical fastening device that functions to restrict access to an enclosed area or to secure a possession. Locks of base metal are classified in HTS Heading 8301.)
Overview of ICP
This ICP covers the following topics (see ICP for details):
- Locks of Base Metal
- Introduction
- Fundamentals of Classification Regarding Heading 8301
General Rules of Interpretation (GRIs)
Explanatory Notes (ENs)
Parts of General Use
Additional U.S. Rules of Interpretation
- Definition of a Base Metal
- The Subheadings
Padlocks
Locks of a Kind Used on Motor Vehicles
Locks of a Kind Used for Furniture
Other Locks
Clasps and Frames with Clasps, Incorporating Locks
Parts
Keys Presented Separately
- Composite Goods
- Additional information
ICP Provided for Informational Purposes Only
CBP states that the information provided in this publication is for general information purposes only. CBP cautions that because many complicated factors can be involved in customs issues, an importer may wish to obtain a ruling under CBP Regulations, 19 CFR Part 177, or obtain advice from an expert (such as a licensed customs broker, attorney or consultant) who specializes in customs matters. Reliance solely on the general information in this ICP may not be considered reasonable care.
ICP on locks of base metal (posted 06/09/09, dated February 2009) available at http://www.cbp.gov/linkhandler/cgov/trade/legal/informed_compliance_pubs/icp_locks_metal.ctt/icp_locks_metal.pdf