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HTS Chapter 80 · Section XV

Tin and articles thereof

Chapter 80 averages a 1.9% general (MFN) duty across its 10 rated tariff lines, with the steepest line reaching 3%.

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1.9%
avg MFN duty
3%
highest line
10
rated tariff lines
30%
enter duty-free

Tariff lines in Chapter 80 by duty-rate band

How the 10 rated lines in this chapter distribute across general (MFN) rate ranges

Duty-free30.1–5%7

Source: USITC HTS 2026 As of 2026

About HTS Chapter 80

HTS Chapter 80 - Tin and articles thereof - organizes 17 tariff classifications in the US Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Of these, 10 carry explicit duty rates at the tariff-line level, meaning importers can look up a specific Column 1 General (MFN) rate for every qualifying shipment. Chapter 80 sits within Section XV (Base Metals and Articles of Base Metal), which groups commercially related product categories together.

The average general duty rate across all tariff lines in this chapter is 1.9%, with the highest individual rate reaching 3%. Duty burden varies widely across tariff lines within this chapter, classification precision matters. Below, each line links to its individual detail page showing General, Special (FTA), and Column 2 rates.

Use this chapter page as the entry point for classifying any product that falls under tin and articles thereof. The tree below preserves the HTS indentation hierarchy (heading → subheading → tariff line), so you can narrow from broad category to specific 8-10 digit code. All data comes from the US International Trade Commission (USITC) HTS 2026 Basic Edition, the official schedule of import duties used by US Customs and Border Protection.

Chapter 80 At a Glance

Tariff distribution statistics for HTS Chapter 80 from USITC 2026 Basic Edition.
Metric Value Notes
Total tariff classifications 17 All headings, subheadings, and tariff lines.
Lines with explicit rates 10 Tariff lines carrying a Column 1 General duty.
Average general rate 1.9% Mean MFN rate across rated lines.
Highest line rate 3% Peak Column 1 General rate within the chapter.

Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule 2026 Basic Edition. Computed at last data refresh, see methodology.

Tariff Lines

8001 Unwrought tin:
8001.10.00.00 Tin, not alloyed
kg
Free
8001.20.00 Tin alloys
Free
8001.20.00.10 Containing, by weight, 5 percent or less of lead
kg
8001.20.00.50 Containing, by weight, more than 5 percent but not more than 25 percent of lead
kg, Pb kg
8001.20.00.90 Containing, by weight, more than 25 percent of lead
kg, Pb kg
8002.00.00.00 Tin waste and scrap
kg
Free
8003.00.00.00 Tin bars, rods, profiles and wire
kg
3%
8007.00 Other articles of tin:
8007.00.10 Articles not elsewhere specified or included of a type used for household, table or kitchen use; toilet and sanitary wares; all the foregoing not coated or plated with precious metal
2.1%
8007.00.10.10 Suitable for food or beverage service
No.
8007.00.10.50 Other
No.
8007.00.20.00 Tin plates, sheets and strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.2 mm
kg
2.4%
8007.00.31.00 Tin foil (whether or not printed or backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing materials), of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.2 mm
kg
3%
8007.00.32.00 Powders and flakes
kg
2.8%
8007.00.40.00 Tin tubes, pipes and tube or pipe fittings (for example, couplings, elbows, sleeves)
kg
2.4%
8007.00.50.00 Other
kg
2.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What does HTS Chapter 80 cover? ▼
HTS Chapter 80 covers Tin and articles thereof. It contains 17 individual tariff classifications, of which 10 have specified duty rates. This chapter falls under Section XV (Base Metals and Articles of Base Metal).
What is the average tariff rate for Chapter 80? ▼
The average general (MFN) duty rate across all tariff lines in Chapter 80 is 1.9%. The highest individual rate in this chapter is 3%. Actual duty on a specific product depends on its precise HTS classification.
How do I find the correct HTS code for my product? ▼
Browse the tariff lines listed below organized by heading and subheading. Each item with an HTS number links to its full detail page showing general, special, and Column 2 duty rates. For complex classifications, consult a licensed customs broker or contact US Customs and Border Protection (CBP).
Are there any duty-free items in Chapter 80? ▼
Yes, many chapters contain items with a "Free" general rate, meaning no duty is assessed for imports from most-favored-nation countries. Look for items marked "Free" in the tariff lines table below. Additional preferential rates may also apply under free trade agreements.
Where does PlainTariff get its tariff data? ▼
All tariff data comes from the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) 2026 Basic Edition, the official schedule of US import duties.

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The chapter average is an orientation only, duty is set per tariff line, and Special preferential rates may apply to qualifying origins.

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Sources: U.S. International Trade Commission Harmonized Tariff Schedule (2026 Basic Edition) and FAO FAOSTAT Trade: Crops and Livestock. See our methodology for how figures are computed.

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