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HS Code 8308.20 : Tubular or bifurcated rivets

The 6-digit Harmonized System (HS) code for tubular or bifurcated rivets is 8308.20. Under the 2026 Türkiye (Ticaret Bakanlığı), the representative MFN general duty rate is 17.7% [Ticaret Bakanlığı].

Chapter

Ch 83

Heading

8308

Subheading

8308.20

TR MFN Duty

17.7%

MODULE 3: SIGNATURE A: HS DECODE VISUAL HIERARCHY

Chapter 83

Clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle-clasps, hooks, eyes, eyelets and the like, of base metal, of a kind used for clothing or clothing accessories, footwear, jewelry, wrist watches, books, awnings, leather goods, travel goods or saddlery or for other made up articles; tubular or bifurcated rivets, of base metal; beads and spangles, of base metal

Heading 8308

8308

Subheading .20

.20

Tubular or bifurcated rivets

MODULE 4: SIGNATURE B: TARIFF MATRIX

Import Duty Rates by Destination

Türkiye (Ticaret Bakanlığı Tariff 2026)

8308.20.00.00

Türkiye MFN Base Customs Duty

17.7%

Verified July 2026 · Ticaret Source

MODULE 5: TÜRKİYE IMPORT DUTY & TAX BREAKDOWN

Customs Duty (Gümrük Vergisi)

17.7%

WTO MFN Rate

Import VAT (KDV)

20.00 %

CIF + Duty Base

De Minimis Threshold

€30

Non-commercial Limit

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MODULE 6: Mandatory Customs Entry Document Matrix

Rule-Derived Customs Entry Package Checklist

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Commercial Invoice

Itemized description, currency, Incoterms, seller/buyer details, and country of origin.

UNIVERSAL DOCUMENT

Packing List & Bill of Lading

Gross/net weight, container/seal numbers, piece count, and transport B/L or Air Waybill.

PREFERENTIAL RULE

Certificate of Origin (If Claiming FTA)

Required only when claiming zero-duty preference under USMCA, KORUS, or GSP.

MODULE 7: Regulatory Compliance & Partner Government Agency (PGA) Flags

Standard Entry This commodity does not carry mandatory PGA pre-clearance flags under the ACE message set.

MODULE 8: Trade Remedies (Section 301, Section 232, AD/CVD)

China Section 301 Tariff Status

0% Additional Duty (Exempt)

Section 232 Steel/Aluminum Status

Exempt (Non-Metal Commodity)

EU CBAM Carbon Alert

Not in Scope

MODULE 9: Free Trade Agreements (FTA) & Rules of Origin (RoO)

Agreement Code	Trade Agreement / Program	Preferential Rate	Rules of Origin (RoO) Requirement
P	United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)	Free	Must meet USMCA Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff shift rules.
KR	U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS)	Free	Direct shipment from South Korea with KORUS Certificate of Origin.
AU	U.S.-Australia Free Trade Agreement	Free	Wholly obtained or tariff shift rule under US-Australia FTA.
A / D	GSP / African Growth & Opportunity Act (AGOA)	Free	35% local value-add requirement for beneficiary country origin.

MODULE 10: Logistics, Freight & Transport Specifications

Standard 20ft Container

~28 CBM / 28,000 kg Payload

Standard 40ft High-Cube

~68 CBM / 28,600 kg Payload

Stowage Factor & Handling

Standard commercial packaging for Tubular or bifurcated rivets

MODULE 11: Binding Tariff Information (BTB / Ticaret Bakanlığı)

Legally binding tariff classification rulings issued by Türkiye Ministry of Trade for HS 8308.20.

Query official Ticaret Bakanlığı BTB portal:

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Türkiye Declarable Commodity Lines (8308.20)

National line-level (8/10-digit) detail for Türkiye (Ticaret Bakanlığı): coverage in progress.

Universal 6-digit WCO backbone applied rate: 17.7%. Confirm the full national commodity code at the official source (Ticaret Bakanlığı).

MODULE 12: Candidate Subheadings & Related Codes

Related HS Code	Heading Category	Action
8308.10	Subheading under Heading 8308	Compare Subheading 8308.10 →
8308.90	Subheading under Heading 8308	Compare Subheading 8308.90 →

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

Ticaret Bakanlığı (Ministry of Trade) ↗

Official Turkish tariff schedule and MFN import duty (Gümrük Vergisi) rates.

Binding Tariff Information (BTB Portal) ↗

Ticaret Bakanlığı official binding tariff classification rulings database.

MODULE 14: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) & Operational Guide

What is the 6-digit WCO tariff classification and Türkiye (Ticaret Bakanlığı) general duty for Tubular or bifurcated rivets?

Under WCO Harmonized System 2022 and Türkiye (Ticaret Bakanlığı), Tubular or bifurcated rivets is classified under HS 8308.20 (Heading 8308, Chapter 83). The representative TR MFN general duty rate is 17.7%.

How is HS 8308.20 distinguished within Heading 8308 (Clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle-clasps, hooks, eyes, eyelets and the like, of base metal, of a kind used for clothing or clothing accessories, footwear, jewelry, wrist watches, books, awnings, leather goods, travel goods or saddlery or for other made up articles; tubular or bifurcated rivets, of base metal; beads and spangles, of base metal)?

Heading 8308 covers Clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle-clasps, hooks, eyes, eyelets and the like, of base metal, of a kind used for clothing or clothing accessories, footwear, jewelry, wrist watches, books, awnings, leather goods, travel goods or saddlery or for other made up articles; tubular or bifurcated rivets, of base metal; beads and spangles, of base metal. Subheading 8308.20 specifically isolates Tubular or bifurcated rivets. Importers must verify whether physical characteristics, processing state, or composition require alternative subheadings under Heading 8308.

What are the primary candidate subheadings related to HS 8308.20?

Related subheadings under Heading 8308 include 8308.10, 8308.90. Classification depends on processing stage, decaffeination, purity, or material form.

What mandatory commercial entry documents are required to import Tubular or bifurcated rivets?

Commercial Invoice (detailing Incoterms, currency, and origin), Packing List, Bill of Lading (or Air Waybill), CBP Form 7501 Entry Summary, and a continuous customs bond are required for formal entries.

Can goods under HS 8308.20 enter duty-free under USMCA or Free Trade Agreements?

Yes. Eligible goods originating in Mexico, Canada, South Korea, or Australia enter duty-free under preference SPI codes (P, KR, AU) provided they satisfy Regional Value Content (RVC) or tariff-shift rules with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the US formal entry threshold for shipments of Tubular or bifurcated rivets?

Commercial shipments of Tubular or bifurcated rivets with a customs value exceeding $2,500 USD require formal customs entry (CBP Form 7501) and a continuous entry bond. Informal entry applies to lower values.

How can an importer obtain a binding CBP classification ruling for HS 8308.20?

Importers may submit an e-Ruling request under 19 CFR Part 177 to CBP National Commodity Specialist Division (NCSD) to obtain a legally binding tariff classification ruling prior to importation.

What is the import VAT rate for HS 8308.20 in Türkiye?

Türkiye assesses a standard 20% Value-Added Tax (Katma Değer Vergisi / KDV) on imports, calculated on CIF value + statutory customs duty.

What is Türkiye's de minimis threshold for postal and express shipments?

Türkiye's non-commercial de minimis threshold is €30 for gift/personal imports; commercial consignments enter under standard customs entry.

Which agency regulates customs entry and tariff classification in Türkiye?

Customs declarations and binding tariff information (BTB) are administered by the Ministry of Trade (Ticaret Bakanlığı).

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