HS Code for Screw eyes

Screw eyes are classified under HS code 731813, which covers threaded screw hooks and screw rings made of iron or steel. The classification is based on the physical design of the fastener: a threaded shank intended to be screwed into wood or other materials, topped with a closed loop (eye) or an open hook. Under the General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System, products are classified according to the material they are made of and their specific function. Since screw eyes are essentially a variation of a screw but with a specialized head for hanging or securing items, they are grouped with other threaded fasteners in Chapter 73. The distinction between a screw hook and a screw eye is negligible for this specific HS code, as both are contained within the same subheading. The material must be iron or steel; if the item is made of another metal, such as brass, it would be classified elsewhere.

Products Included

• Steel screw eyes
• Iron screw hooks
• Zinc-plated screw rings
• Heavy-duty lag thread screw eyes
• Stainless steel screw hooks

Common Misclassification

Screw eyes are frequently misclassified under 731812 (other wood screws) or 731815 (other screws and bolts). While they are threaded, the presence of the eye or hook head specifically directs them to 731813. Another error is using this code for copper or brass screw eyes, which should be classified under 741533.

FAQ

What is the HS code for screw eyes?

The HS code for iron or steel screw eyes and screw hooks is 731813.

What if the screw eyes are made of brass?

If the screw eyes are made of copper or copper alloys (like brass), they must be classified under HS code 741533.