HS code for bird cage
The U.S. HS code for a bird cage is usually 7326.20.00.90 (metal wire), with a 3.9% general duty and an estimated total of 53.9% from China and 53.9% from Vietnam once additional duties are added.
Estimates use tariff data as of October 22, 2026. The China and Vietnam estimates include Section 232: Steel and derivatives (50%). From China, Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%), Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%) may also apply, up to 78.9% in total. Classifications and duty estimates are guidance based on the published HTSUS. The importer of record is responsible for the final classification.
Codes by variant
| Variant | HTS code | General duty | Est. from China |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metal wire | 7326.20.00.90 | 3.9% | 53.9% |
- 7326.20.00.90: Articles of iron or steel wire / Other
What decides the code
A bird cage made of metal wire is an article of iron or steel wire, classified under heading 7326 in subheading 7326.20.00.90.
- The cage is made of iron or steel wire, which places it in the wire articles of heading 7326.
- The cage is a finished article of wire, not a part of machinery or a household fixture of another heading.
- A cage of plastic or wood would not fall in heading 7326 and would move to a different heading.
Common mistakes
- Classifying the cage under 7323 as household articles of iron or steel is wrong because that heading covers kitchen and table ware, not wire cages.
- Classifying it under 9403 as furniture is wrong because a wire bird cage is not furniture built for mounting or standing.
- Classifying it under 7314 as wire cloth or netting is wrong because the cage is a finished article, not wire fabric.
Estimated U.S. duty by origin
- China
- 53.9% = 3.9% general + 50% Section 232: Steel and derivativesMay also apply: Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%), Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%). Up to 78.9%.
- Vietnam
- 53.9% = 3.9% general + 50% Section 232: Steel and derivativesMay also apply: Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%). Up to 53.9%.
For HTS 7326.20.00.90, as a share of customs value, before fees. Check every measure for your entry with the tariff checker.
EU code and duty
- Metal wire
- CN 7326 20 00, 2.7%
EU Combined Nomenclature 2026, third-country (erga omnes) duty. Preferential rates and EU trade remedy duties are not included.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HS code for a bird cage?
The U.S. HTS code for a bird cage is usually 7326.20.00.90 (metal wire). The first six digits, 7326.20, are the international HS code.
What is the U.S. import duty on a bird cage from China?
The U.S. general duty on HTS 7326.20.00.90 is 3.9%. With the additional duties that apply to goods of China (Section 232: Steel and derivatives (50%)), the estimated total is 53.9% of customs value. Section 301: China list duty (7.5% or 25%), Section 301: Forced labor action (12.5%) may also apply depending on the exact product. From Vietnam the estimate is 53.9%. Tariff data as of October 22, 2026.
Tariff schedule pages
Codes checked against the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule retrieved October 22, 2026. Additional duties reviewed October 22, 2026. This is an estimate: the importer of record is responsible for classification.