8305.20.00.00—Staples in strips
General
Free
Units
kg
Column 2
4%
Special
—
Plain-English explanation
HTS 8305.20.00.00 is the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule classification for Staples in strips. It's a 10-digit statistical line in Chapter 83: Miscellaneous articles of base metal, Section XV: Base Metals and Articles of Base Metal, used by U.S. Customs and Border Protection to determine the duty rate at entry. 6 Chapter 99 tariff modifications currently stack on top of the base rate, and 1 active AD/CVD order flags this code.
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Tariff modifications(6)
Chapter 99 overlays that stack on the base rate
| Code | Authority | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 9903.80.03 | section_232 | The duty provided in the applicable subheading + 25% |
| 9903.81.84 | section_232 | The duty provided in the applicable subheading + 25% |
| 9903.81.86 | section_232 | The duty provided in the applicable subheading + 25% |
| 9903.81.91 | section_232 | The duty provided in the applicable subheading + a duty of 50% upon the value of the steel content. |
| 9903.81.92 | section_232 | The duty provided in the applicable subheading. |
| 9903.81.98 | section_232 | The duty provided in the applicable subheading + 25% |
Potentially applicable AD/CVD orders(1)
Active orders that may apply to imports under this HTS code. HTS coverage is advisory — actual scope depends on each order's product description. Run the AD/CVD lookup → to check whether your specific shipment is in scope.
Recent CBP rulings(5)
Past CBP decisions classifying real products under this HTS code. Useful precedent when classifying a similar product — each ruling shows how CBP interpreted the code for a specific case.
The tariff classification of strip staples from China
The tariff classification of a Mini Supply Kit from China.
The tariff classification of staples in strips from China.
The tariff classification of a “Hello Kitty Supercute Stationery Set” from China.
The tariff classification of a school supply kit from China
Source: CBP CROSS (view all rulings on rulings.cbp.gov →)
Frequently asked questions
What is HTS code 8305.20.00.00?
HTS 8305.20.00.00 is the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule classification for Staples in strips. It belongs to Chapter 83 of the HTSUS.
What is the general duty rate for HTS 8305.20.00.00?
The general (Column 1) duty rate for HTS 8305.20.00.00 is Free. This is the most-favored-nation (MFN) rate that applies to imports from World Trade Organization member countries.
What is the Column 2 (statutory) rate for HTS 8305.20.00.00?
The Column 2 rate for HTS 8305.20.00.00 is 4%. This rate applies to imports from countries that do not have normal trade relations with the United States (currently Cuba and North Korea).
Are there Section 301 or Section 232 tariffs on HTS 8305.20.00.00?
Yes — HTS 8305.20.00.00 is covered by section_232 provision 9903.80.03 (The duty provided in the applicable subheading + 25%). 5 additional overlays also touch this code. Open the code page for the full overlay stack with effective dates and country scopes.
Does HTS 8305.20.00.00 have any antidumping or countervailing duty (AD/CVD) orders?
Yes — 1 AD/CVD order flag this code: A-570-055 (AD, China). Open the code page for deposit rates, scope determinations, and the linked case lookups.
Relevant notes(1)
Section and chapter notes that govern this code
Classification of Composite Articles
Throughout this schedule, the expression 'base metals' means: iron and steel, copper, nickel, aluminum, lead, zinc, tin, tungsten (wolfram), molybdenum, tantalum, magnesium, cobalt, bismuth, cadmium, titanium, zirconium, antimony, manganese, beryllium, chromium, germanium, vanadium, gallium, hafnium, indium, niobium (columbium), rhenium, and thallium.
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