Base tariff columnsBase tariff columns
Column rates from the USITC HTS export. The column that applies depends on origin and trade-program eligibility.
| General (MFN) | 4.4% |
|---|---|
| Special | Free (A,AU,BH,CL,CO,D,E,IL,JO,KR,MA,OM,P,PA,PE,S,SG) |
| Other (Column 2) | 30% |
| Units | No. |
Official source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Duty at entry is determined by US Customs and Border Protection (CBP). AD/CVD watch signals are surfaced, but cash deposit rates and product-specific exclusions still require separate review.
Chapter 99 overlaysChapter 99 overlays
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9903.88.01 section301 +25% activeExcept as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
§ DUTY BREAKDOWNDuty breakdown
Duty ledger below is calculated on a $10,000 customs value. Fees, AD/CVD, and exclusions are not included here.
| Duty breakdown | Rate | Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base dutyBase | 4.4% | $440.00 | HTS General rate |
| Chapter 99 section301Chapter 99 | 25% | $2,500.00 | 9903.88.01 |
§ ORIGIN COMPARISONAlternative origin comparison
This compares tariff-only outcomes for the same HTS across origin countries. Freight, AD/CVD rate amounts, exclusions, broker fees, and relocation cost are not included — but active AD/CVD order counts per country are flagged below.
| Origin | Total rate | Duty @ $10,000 | Delta vs baseline | AD/CVD orders |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| China (CN) | 29.4% | $2,940.00 | — | — |
| Vietnam (VN) | 4.4% | $440.00 | -$2,500.00 | — |
| Mexico (MX) | 4.4% | $440.00 | -$2,500.00 | — |
| India (IN) | 4.4% | $440.00 | -$2,500.00 | — |
| South Korea (KR) | 4.4% | $440.00 | -$2,500.00 | — |
Sample duty by originSample duty by origin
Illustrative calculation at USD 10,000 customs value, standard (non-preferential) claim. Chapter 99 additional duties applied where status is active.
| Origin | Base rate | Chapter 99 | Total rate | Duty (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| China (CN) | 4.4% | 25% | 29.4% | $2,940.00 |
| Vietnam (VN) | 4.4% | 0% | 4.4% | $440.00 |
| Mexico (MX) | 4.4% | 0% | 4.4% | $440.00 |
| India (IN) | 4.4% | 0% | 4.4% | $440.00 |
| South Korea (KR) | 4.4% | 0% | 4.4% | $440.00 |
§ RELATED ENTRIESRelated HS codes in the same chapter
Adjacent lines under the same HTS chapter. Pick the most specific match for your product.
- 8401Nuclear reactors; fuel elements (cartridges), non-irradiated, for nuclear reactors; machinery and apparatus for isotopic separation; parts thereof:
- 8401.10.00.00Nuclear reactors
- 8401.20.00.00Machinery and apparatus for isotopic separation, and parts thereof
- 8401.30.00.00Fuel elements (cartridges), non-irradiated, and parts thereof
- 8401.40.00.00Parts of nuclear reactors
- 8402Steam or other vapor generating boilers (other than central heating hot water boilers capable also of producing low pressure steam); super-heated water boilers; parts thereof:
- 8402.11.00.00Watertube boilers with a steam production exceeding 45 t per hour
- 8402.12.00.00Watertube boilers with a steam production not exceeding 45 t per hour
- 8402.19.00.00Other vapor generating boilers, including hybrid boilers
- 8402.20.00.00Super-heated water boilers
§ RECENT CHANGESRecent Federal Register actions on Chapter 84
Last 3 Federal Register notices that referenced an HTS code under Chapter 84. See the Changes timeline for the full list.
§ FAQFrequently asked
- What is the general MFN duty rate for HTS 8461.20.80.70?
- The MFN general duty rate for HTS 8461.20.80.70 (Other, valued under $3,025 each) is 4.4%. This applies to imports from countries with normal trade relations status. For origins like China, additional Section 301, IEEPA, and reciprocal duties may stack on top of this base rate. Final duty is determined at CBP entry.
- Are there active Chapter 99 tariff overlays on HTS 8461.20.80.70?
- Yes. There are 1 active Chapter 99 rule(s) potentially applicable to HTS 8461.20.80.70, covering section301. These overlays correspond to policy tools such as Section 301 (China), IEEPA emergency tariffs, and reciprocal duties — they stack on top of the MFN base rate based on country of origin and effective dates. A single shipment can be subject to multiple overlays simultaneously.
- What's the total US import duty for HTS 8461.20.80.70 from China today?
- For a $10,000 customs value, the estimated total US import duty on HTS 8461.20.80.70 from China is approximately $2940.00 (effective rate ~29.40%), combining MFN base rate plus Section 301, IEEPA, and reciprocal overlays. Estimates are derived from public HTS data and Federal Register actions; actual duty is determined by CBP at entry based on classification, valuation, and rules in effect on the entry date.
- When was HTS 8461.20.80.70 last updated on Duty?
- The base HTS data on this page was last refreshed on April 27, 2026 (USITC release 2026HTSRev6). Chapter 99 overlays, AD/CVD case status, and Federal Register notices are synced daily; effective dates follow the source feeds. If you spot stale data, please report via the contact link in the footer.