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HS Heading 8484 : Gaskets and similar joints of metal sheeting combined with other material or of two or more layers of metal; sets or assortments of gaskets and similar joints, dissimilar in composition, put up in pouches, envelopes or similar packings; mechanical seals

HEADING DEFINITION & DISAMBIGUATION

HS Heading 8484 encompasses gaskets and similar joints of metal sheeting combined with other material or of two or more layers of metal; sets or assortments of gaskets and similar joints, dissimilar in composition, put up in pouches, envelopes or similar packings; mechanical seals. It classifies 3 6-digit WCO subheadings within Chapter 84 under the Harmonized System [USITC HTS 2026].

Chapter

Ch 84

Heading

8484

Subheadings

3 HS6

Status

Verified 2026

Subheadings Under Heading 8484

HS Code	WCO 6-Digit Subheading Description	Chapter	Operational Package
8484.10	Gaskets and similar joints of metal sheeting combined with other material or of two or more layers of metal	84	View 8484.10 Package →
8484.20	Mechanical seals	84	View 8484.20 Package →
8484.90	Other	84	View 8484.90 Package →

DISAMBIGUATION & CLASSIFICATION GUIDE

How to Select the Correct Subheading Under Heading 8484

Commercial shipments must be declared under the exact 6-digit WCO subheading that matches physical, chemical, or processing characteristics. Review the subheading descriptions above and verify against binding CBP CROSS rulings prior to entry filing.

Official Primary Sources & Authority References

USITC HTS Heading 8484 ↗

United States International Trade Commission official Harmonized Tariff Schedule.

CBP CROSS Rulings ↗

CBP e-Rulings database for Heading 8484 precedent rulings.

WCO Nomenclature ↗

World Customs Organization Harmonized System 2022 nomenclature standard.

U.S. Census Foreign Trade ↗

U.S. Census Bureau HTS-to-NAICS concordance and Schedule B export database.

Heading 8484 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What commercial articles are grouped under HS Heading 8484?

HS Heading 8484 covers Gaskets and similar joints of metal sheeting combined with other material or of two or more layers of metal; sets or assortments of gaskets and similar joints, dissimilar in composition, put up in pouches, envelopes or similar packings; mechanical seals, grouping 3 6-digit WCO subheadings.

How are 6-digit subheadings structured under Heading 8484?

Subheadings under Heading 8484 range from 8484.11 to 8484.90, classifying goods by processing state, origin, or material composition.

What is the representative US import duty rate for Heading 8484?

US MFN general duty rates for Heading 8484 commodities range from Duty-Free up to representative ad valorem percentages under the 2026 US HTS.

Are Section 301 tariffs applicable to goods under Heading 8484?

Section 301 additional tariffs depend on the specific 8-digit or 10-digit US HTS code and country of origin (e.g. China Lists 1–4A).

What PGA message set flags apply to Heading 8484?

Partner Government Agency flags (FDA, USDA APHIS, EPA) apply depending on the specific commodity sub-classification.

How do I distinguish between subheadings under Heading 8484?

Review WCO subheading terms and candidate descriptions. For example, unroasted vs. roasted or decaffeinated vs. non-decaffeinated.

Can goods under Heading 8484 enter duty-free under USMCA?

Yes. Goods originating in USMCA territories (US, Mexico, Canada) enter duty-free under SPI code P with a valid Certificate of Origin.

What is the Section 321 de minimis limit for Heading 8484?

Eligible import shipments valued at $800 USD or less imported by one person on one day enter duty-free under 19 U.S.C. 1321.

What documents are required for formal customs entry of Heading 8484?

Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, and CBP Form 7501 are mandatory for entries exceeding $2,500 USD.

How can an importer get a binding CBP classification ruling for Heading 8484?

Importers may apply for a binding ruling via CBP National Commodity Specialist Division under 19 CFR Part 177.