HS Code for Bottle caps

Bottle caps made of base metal are classified under HS code 8309.90. This classification is found in Chapter 83, which covers miscellaneous articles of base metal. Heading 8309 is dedicated to packaging accessories, including stoppers, caps, lids, and seals. The nomenclature distinguishes between crown corks (the standard crimped caps for glass bottles) and all other types of metal closures. Crown corks are specifically assigned to 8309.10, while all other metal caps, such as aluminum screw caps, lug caps for jars, and flip-top metal lids, fall under the residual category 8309.90. The classification is determined by the material (base metal) and the function (sealing a container). Even if the cap includes a plastic or cork liner to ensure an airtight seal, it remains classified as a metal cap under this heading as long as the metal provides the essential character of the closure.

Products Included

• Aluminum screw caps for wine or spirits
• Metal lug caps for food jars
• Threaded metal bungs for drums
• Metal flip-top closures for bottles
• Aluminum foil capsules for sparkling wine bottles

Common Misclassification

The most common misclassification for bottle caps is confusing metal caps with plastic ones. Plastic caps are classified under 3923.50. Another error involves crown corks, which must be classified under 8309.10 rather than 8309.90. Additionally, if a cap is made of precious metal, it would be excluded from Chapter 83 and classified in Chapter 71. Importers must also distinguish between simple caps and complex dispensing pumps, which might fall under 8424.

FAQ

What is the HS code for bottle caps?

Metal bottle caps (other than crown corks) are classified under HS code 8309.90. Plastic caps are under 3923.50.

Are aluminum wine screw caps included in 8309.90?

Yes, aluminum screw caps are considered 'other' metal closures and are correctly classified under 8309.90.