The tariff classification of a hex head screw from Taiwan.

N198806 January 18, 2012 CLA-2-73:OT:RR:NC:1:118 CATEGORY: Classification TARIFF NO.: 7318.15.8069 Ms. Raissa Quick Shamrock International Fasteners 1475 E. Industrial Rd. Itasca, IL 60143 RE: The tariff classification of a hex head screw from Taiwan. Dear Ms. Quick: In your letter dated December 22, 2011, you requested a tariff classification ruling. The submitted sample, part number STB12148AB, is described as a steel M6 – 1.0 x 165.5 mm hexagon head sems. The submitted diagram indicates that the fastener has a 2.25 mm thick collar with a diameter of approximately 10 mm. A 20 mm diameter captured steel washer is located between the collar and the threaded portion of the shank. The M6 threading ends with a dog point. The applicable subheading for the hex head screw, part number STB12148AB will be 7318.15.8069, Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS), which provides for screws, bolts, nuts, coach screws, screw hooks, rivets, cotters, cotter pins, washers (including spring washers) and similar articles, of iron or steel: threaded articles: other screws and bolts, whether or not with their nuts or washers: other: having shanks or threads with a diameter of 6 mm or more: other: other: with hexagonal heads: other: other. The duty rate will be 8.5% ad valorem. Duty rates are provided for your convenience and are subject to change. The text of the most recent HTSUS and the accompanying duty rates are provided on World Wide Web at http://www.usitc.gov/tata/hts/. You suggested classifying the item as a machine screw within 7318.15.4000, HTSUS. Although the submitted sample meets the size requirements for a machine screw, its unique design features are not akin to those found on a machine screw.  Furthermore, it does not fall within any of the standards for a machine screw. This ruling is being issued under the provisions of Part 177 of the Customs Regulations (19 C.F.R. 177). A copy of the ruling or the control number indicated above should be provided with the entry documents filed at the time this merchandise is imported. If you have any questions regarding the ruling, contact National Import Specialist Kathy Campanelli at (646) 733-3021. Sincerely, Thomas J. Russo Director National Commodity Specialist Division