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ARTICLES OF IRON OR STEEL›Screws, bolts, nuts, coach screws, screw hooks, rivets, cotters, cotter pins, washers (including spring washers) and similar articles, of iron or steel
Screw hooks and screw rings
Customs classification of screw hooks and eye bolts 7318 13
CN code 7318 13 covers screw hooks and screw rings (eye bolts, eye screws) of iron or steel. These include L-hooks, J-hooks, ceiling hooks, eye bolts with looped heads for rope and chain attachment, and hooks for hanging lamps, plants and decorative items. Classification requires threaded shank with hook or eye head. Shackles and carabiners without thread are classified separately. Eye bolts for lifting applications follow DIN 580 and EN 1677-1.
Import requirements and CBAM 7318 13
Importing screw hooks under CN 7318 13 into the EU is governed by the Union Customs Code. Since 2026, CBAM applies. Lifting eye bolts are subject to the Machinery Directive and EN 1677-1, DIN 580. Decorative hooks are subject to general safety requirements. Required documents include a commercial invoice, manufacturer certificate, strength test reports (for lifting) and certificate of origin. AD measures should be verified in TARIC.
Trade measures 7318 13
Screw hooks and eye bolts under CN 7318 13 may be subject to EU AD duties on fasteners from China. Safeguard, Russia/Belarus sanctions and AD from India and Turkey may apply. Market serves construction, industrial and decorative sectors. Suppliers from China, Taiwan and India. Preferential rates may reduce costs. Total cost includes duty, AD, safeguard, CBAM and VAT.
Importing steel screw hooks and eye bolts into the EU - procedure
The import procedure for steel screw hooks and eye bolts (CN code 7318 13) into the European Union requires filing a customs declaration in the national import system. Essential documents include a commercial invoice, transport document, certificate of origin (for preferential tariff rates) and quality certificates confirming compliance with EN standards. Steel articles may be subject to EU safeguard measures and anti-dumping duties depending on the country of origin. The standard duty rate ranges from 0% to 3.7% depending on the specific TARIC subheading. Import VAT is charged on the.
Frequently asked questions
What does CN 7318 13 cover?
CN 7318 13 covers threaded screw hooks (L, J, ceiling hooks) and eye bolts (eye screws) of iron or steel. Requires thread and hook or eye head. Shackles without thread classified separately.
Are eye bolts subject to CBAM?
Yes. Since 2026, hooks and eye bolts under CN 7318 13 fall within the CBAM mechanism. Registration, emissions declarations and certificate purchase required.
What standards apply to lifting eye bolts?
Lifting eye bolts follow DIN 580 and EN 1677-1 (Grade 8 sling components). Must be marked with strength class and manufacturer certificate with load capacity. Subject to Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230.
What documents are needed to import steel screw hooks and eye bolts (CN 7318 13)?
To import goods under CN code 7318 13, the following documents are required: commercial invoice, transport document (CMR/B/L), certificate of origin (EUR.1 or invoice declaration for preferences), quality or mill certificate, and a customs.
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