HTS Chapter 83 — Miscellaneous Articles of Base Metal Tariff Rates (2026)

Encompasses locks, padlocks, clasps, fittings, safes, filing cabinets, statuettes, and other miscellaneous articles of base metal.

Rate Overview

Avg MFN Rate

10%

Section 122

N/A

Section 232

7.5-100%

Section 301 (China)

Key Headings in Chapter 83

HTS Code	Description	MFN Rate	Sec 232	Sec 301
8301	Padlocks, locks, clasps	5.7%	N/A	25%
8302	Base metal mountings and fittings for furniture	3.9%	N/A	25%
8304	Filing cabinets and desk equipment of base metal	3.9%	N/A	25%
8305	Staples, paper clips, and similar office supplies of base metal	Free	N/A	25%
8310	Sign plates, name plates, and numbers of base metal	Free	N/A	25%

Common Products

Locks and padlocksDoor hingesClasps and bucklesSafesMetal statuettesMetal photo framesMetal signsHooks and eyes

Miscellaneous Articles of Base Metal fall under Chapter 83 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, one of the moderate-duty product categories. Encompasses locks, padlocks, clasps, fittings, safes, filing cabinets, statuettes, and other miscellaneous articles of base metal. The average MFN (Most Favored Nation) duty rate for products in this chapter is 4%. Individual rates vary significantly within the chapter, ranging from duty-free to well above the average. In addition to MFN rates, all imports face the 10% Section 122 tariff (effective February 24, 2026, expiring approximately July 24, 2026). Chinese imports in this chapter face additional Section 301 tariffs ranging from 7.5% to 100%, depending on the specific product classification. Common products in this chapter include Locks and padlocks, Door hinges, Clasps and buckles, Safes, Metal statuettes, Metal photo frames, Metal signs, Hooks and eyes. Related HTS chapters include Chapter 72, Chapter 73, Chapter 76, Chapter 82, Chapter 94, which cover similar or complementary product categories.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average tariff rate for HTS Chapter 83 (Miscellaneous Articles of Base Metal)?

The average MFN duty rate for miscellaneous articles of base metal is 4%. All imports also face the 10% Section 122 tariff. Chinese imports may face additional Section 301 tariffs.

What products are in HTS Chapter 83?

Chapter 83 covers miscellaneous articles of base metal, including Locks and padlocks, Door hinges, Clasps and buckles, Safes, Metal statuettes. Related chapters include Chapter 72, Chapter 73, Chapter 76, Chapter 82, Chapter 94.

Are miscellaneous articles of base metal subject to Section 232 or Section 301 tariffs?

Section 232 tariffs generally do not apply to products in this chapter. Chinese imports in this chapter face Section 301 tariffs of 7.5-100%.