Anchors, grapnels and parts thereof, of iron or steel
1 declarable lines
Heading 7316 covers anchors and grapnels of iron or steel, plus their parts. It is a single declarable line, 7316.00.00.00, so every article that qualifies takes the same classification and the same general (MFN) rate of Free. The main classification question is whether the item is an anchor or grapnel or a part of one, rather than chain, wire rope or general hardware.
Products in this heading
- Boat and ship anchors of iron or steel
- Small boat mushroom or danforth anchors
- Grapnels and grappling hooks of iron or steel
- Anchor shanks, flukes and stocks sold as parts
- Anchor heads and crowns as separate parts
- Mooring anchors for buoys and floating docks
- Industrial drag anchors and holding anchors
How to choose the right subheading
- Confirm the article is an anchor or grapnel, or a part of one, and not chain, rope or a fitting.
- Confirm the material is iron or steel; anchors of other materials fall outside chapter 73.
- Decide whether the item is a complete anchor or grapnel or a separately presented part.
- Check that any chain, shackle or wire rope supplied with the anchor is classified on its own line if entered separately.
Often confused with
- Heading 7315Anchor chain
Chain and chain parts are classified in heading 7315, not as anchor parts.
- Heading 7326Shackles, swivels and anchor connectors
These are general iron or steel articles, not anchors or anchor parts.
- Heading 7312Wire rope and cable slings
Stranded wire, ropes and cables are covered by heading 7312.
- Heading 7326Docking cleats and bollards
Deck fittings are general steel articles, not anchors or grapnels.
- Heading 7326Steel pitons and climbing hardware
These are not anchors or grapnels for holding vessels or loads.
Frequently asked questions
What is the HTS code for a steel boat anchor?
Steel boat anchors are classified under 7316.00.00.00. The general (MFN) rate for that line is Free.
What is the duty on anchors and grapnels?
The general (MFN) rate for 7316.00.00.00, which covers anchors, grapnels and parts thereof of iron or steel, is Free.
How do I classify an anchor shank or fluke sold as a replacement part?
A separately sold part of an anchor is classified under 7316.00.00.00 at a general (MFN) rate of Free. Anchor chain entered separately is not part of this line and falls in heading 7315.
Guide written from the official schedule text. Rates quoted are general (MFN) rates; check the line page for trade agreement rates and the classification of your exact product.