Rivet Hs Code

Rivet harmonized system code

Product Overview Rivets classified under HS Code 731823 are mechanical fasteners composed primarily of iron or steel, designed for permanent joining of materials through deformation of the rivet tail. These rivets typically feature cylindrical shafts with pre-formed heads and are available in a variety of diameters and lengths, commonly ranging from 2 mm to 20 mm in diameter and up to 100 mm in length, depending on application requirements. Manufactured through cold heading and precision machining processes, these fasteners exhibit high tensile strength, corrosion resistance (often enhanced through galvanization or plating), and dimensional accuracy. The HS Code 731823 encompasses subcategories such as solid rivets, tubular rivets, and semi-tubular rivets, each differentiated by structural design and specific mechanical properties. Widely utilized across food service equipment, retail fixtures, and processing machinery, these rivets ensure robust assembly in environments demanding durability and compliance with hygiene standards. Their competitive advantages include standardized sizing, conformity to international ISO and ASTM specifications, and reliable performance under mechanical stress, positioning them as essential components in global supply chains for industrial fastening solutions. HS Code Classification & Trade Specifications The HS Code 731823 falls under Chapter 73 (Iron and Steel), Heading 7318 (Screws, bolts, nuts, coach screws, screw hooks, rivets, cotters, cotter-pins, washers), with the subheading 731823 specifically designating rivets made of iron or steel. This classification is predicated on the product’s fundamental characteristics as a permanent mechanical fastener formed from ferrous metals, distinct from other fastening devices such as screws or nuts. For international trade, rivets under this code are typically packaged in moisture-resistant cartons or metal drums, with quantities standardized to facilitate customs inspections and logistical efficiency. Preservation methods may include desiccant inclusion and application of rust-inhibitive coatings to maintain product integrity during transit. Shipping protocols align with WTO regulations, ensuring accurate tariff application and compliance with import/export documentation standards. Quality standards applicable to these rivets include conformity with ISO 9001 quality management systems and adherence to mechanical property specifications outlined in ASTM F468 or equivalent international standards. This structured classification and detailed trade specification support seamless customs clearance and facilitate transparent communication among importers, exporters, and regulatory agencies.

Rivet Chapter Note

1.- In this Chapter the expression “cast iron” applies to products obtained by casting in which iron predominates by weight over each of the other elements and which do not comply with the chemical composition of steel as defined in Note 1 (d) to Chapter 72. 2.- In this Chapter the word “wire” means hot or cold-formed products of any cross-sectional shape, of which no cross-sectional dimension exceeds 16 mm.