About HS Code 731814
This HS code specifically covers self-tapping screws made of iron or steel, which are engineered to tap their own mating thread when driven into a pre-drilled hole in materials such as metal, plastic, or sometimes wood. This innovative design eliminates the need for a separate tapping operation, significantly streamlining assembly processes across various manufacturing and construction industries. International trade is robust, with importers including the automotive industry, electronics manufacturers, sheet metal fabricators, construction companies, and hardware distributors. Exporters are typically specialized fastener manufacturers with advanced precision engineering capabilities. Key factors in trade include the screw's specific thread form (e.g., sheet metal, machine screw thread), point type (e.g., sharp point, blunt point, self-drilling), head style, material hardness, and corrosion resistance, all critical for optimal performance in diverse applications.
Products Under This Code
Sheet metal screws, self-drilling screws (Tek screws), thread-forming screws, thread-cutting screws, drywall screws (often self-tapping), plastic screws, wafer head self-tappers
Real World Examples
SFS intec self-drilling screws, ITW Buildex Tek screws, Phillips II self-tapping screws, Hilti self-tapping anchors
Common Misclassification
Often confused with 731812 (wood screws) if used in wood, or 731815 (other threaded screws) if their self-tapping capability is not explicitly recognized, or even 731700 (nails) due to similar applications but different fastening mechanisms.
EU Regulatory Requirements
This product falls under the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Importers to the EU must declare embedded carbon emissions and purchase CBAM certificates.
Products Classified Under 7318.14
Industry
This code belongs to the Automotive & Vehicles industry.
Trade Overview
Germany and Japan are known for high-quality specialized self-tapping screws, while China is a massive exporter of general-purpose varieties, with global manufacturing hubs being major importers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 731814?
HS code 731814 covers: Iron or steel; threaded self-tapping screws. This HS code specifically covers self-tapping screws made of iron or steel, which are engineered to tap their own mating thread when driven into a pre-drilled hole in materials such as metal, plastic, or sometimes wood. This innovative design eliminates the need for a separate tapping operation, significantly streamlining assembly processes across various manufacturing and construction industries. International trade is robust, with importers including the automotive industry, electronics manufacturers, sheet metal fabricators, construction companies, and hardware distributors. Exporters are typically specialized fastener manufacturers with advanced precision engineering capabilities. Key factors in trade include the screw's specific thread form (e.g., sheet metal, machine screw thread), point type (e.g., sharp point, blunt point, self-drilling), head style, material hardness, and corrosion resistance, all critical for optimal performance in diverse applications.
What products fall under HS code 731814?
Sheet metal screws, self-drilling screws (Tek screws), thread-forming screws, thread-cutting screws, drywall screws (often self-tapping), plastic screws, wafer head self-tappers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 731814?
Often confused with 731812 (wood screws) if used in wood, or 731815 (other threaded screws) if their self-tapping capability is not explicitly recognized, or even 731700 (nails) due to similar applications but different fastening mechanisms.
How is HS code 731814 structured?
HS code 731814 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (73) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (18) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (14) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.