Harmonized System Codes • Schedule B • Harmonized Commodity Description

HS Code 74181120: Copper-zinc alloy (brass), pot scourers, scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like

The HS Code 74181120 pertains to copper-zinc alloy (brass) products such as pot scourers, scouring or polishing pads, gloves, and similar items. This code is used to classify these specific goods for trade and import/export purposes.

When it comes to international trade, countries often impose tariffs or trade barriers on certain goods. However, with the MFN (Most Favored Nation) principle, every time a country lowers a trade barrier or opens up a market, it has to do so for the same goods or services from all its trading partners. This means that the bound/MFN duty rate for HS Code 74181120 is set at 3% for all countries.

The quantity unit for this HS Code is kilograms (KG), which is the standard unit of measurement for the weight of the imported or exported products.

There are several special tariff preference programs associated with HS Code 74181120. These programs offer preferential treatment or duty-free benefits for certain countries. Here are some of the special tariff preference programs applicable to this HS Code:

• Generalized System of Preferences (GSP): This program provides duty-free treatment for eligible goods from various developing countries.
• Australia Special Rate: Australia has a special tariff rate for products classified under HS Code 74181120.
• Bahrain Special Rate: Bahrain offers a special tariff rate for these specific products.
• NAFTA for Canada: Under the North American Free Trade Agreement, Canada enjoys duty-free treatment for goods classified under this HS Code.
• Chile Special Rate: Chile has a special tariff rate for products falling under HS Code 74181120.
• Caribbean Basin Initiative (CBI): This program provides duty-free treatment for eligible goods from certain Caribbean countries.
• Israel Special Rate: Israel offers duty-free treatment for products classified under this HS Code.
• Andean Trade Preference Act (ATPA): This program provides preferential treatment for eligible products from designated Andean countries.
• Jordan Special Rate: Jordan has a special tariff rate for these specific products.
• Morocco Special Rate: Morocco offers a special tariff rate for products falling under HS Code 74181120.
• NAFTA for Mexico: Under the North American Free Trade Agreement, Mexico enjoys duty-free treatment for goods classified under this HS Code.
• Oman Special Rate: Oman has a special tariff rate for products classified under HS Code 74181120.
• Dominican Republic-Central American Special Rate (DR-CAFTA): This program provides preferential treatment for eligible goods from designated Central American countries and the Dominican Republic.
• Peru Special Rate: Peru offers a special tariff rate for these specific products.
• Singapore Special Rate: Singapore has a special tariff rate for products falling under HS Code 74181120.

When importing goods classified under HS Code 74181120 into the United States, various states may be involved in the import process. Similarly, when exporting these goods from the United States, different states may play a role as well. The specific importing and exporting states can vary depending on the trade agreements, shipping routes, and supply chains involved.

HS Code 74181120 is used to classify copper-zinc alloy (brass) products such as pot scourers, scouring or polishing pads, gloves, and similar items for international trade. The code is associated with a 3% bound/MFN duty rate, and there are various special tariff preference programs that offer preferential treatment or duty-free benefits for specific countries. Understanding these codes and programs is essential for importers, exporters, and those involved in international trade.