| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7214990060 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 7214990075 | Doc | 30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8204110030 | Doc | 64.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8204110060 | Doc | 64.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8205591000 | Doc | 62.2% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8205700060 | Doc | 60.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8206000000 | Doc | The rate of duty applicable to that article in the set subject t+30.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8307103000 | Doc | 58.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8307106000 | Doc | 58.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8306100000 | Doc | 35.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 8306100000 | Doc | 35.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Sink Wrench
A sink wrench, also known as a basin wrench, is a specialized tool designed to access and loosen or tighten nuts and fittings in hard-to-reach places, primarily under sinks and in other confined plumbing spaces.
Material
Sink wrenches are typically constructed from:
- Steel: Provides strength and durability for gripping and turning nuts. Often chrome-plated for corrosion resistance.
- Aluminum: Lighter weight option, suitable for less demanding tasks.
- Plastic/Rubber Grips: Offer improved comfort and a secure hold.
Purpose
The primary purpose of a sink wrench is to install and remove faucet nuts, supply lines, and other plumbing connections located in tight areas where a standard wrench or adjustable wrench cannot fit.
Function
The tool operates using a spring-loaded, self-tightening jaw mechanism. The jaws open wide enough to accommodate various nut sizes and then automatically grip the nut as force is applied. The long handle provides leverage to turn the nut even in restricted spaces. The offset jaw design allows access around pipes and other obstructions.
Usage Scenarios
- Faucet Installation/Removal: Tightening or loosening the nuts that secure the faucet to the sink.
- Supply Line Connections: Working with the nuts connecting the water supply lines to the faucet.
- Drain Assembly: Accessing and tightening drain nuts under the sink.
- Garbage Disposal Installation: Tightening connections related to the garbage disposal unit.
- Tight Spaces: Any plumbing task where standard wrenches lack sufficient access.
Common Types
- Standard Basin Wrench: Features a long handle and adjustable jaw. Most common type for general plumbing tasks. Available in various lengths (typically 8-12 inches).
- Telescoping Basin Wrench: The handle extends and retracts, providing greater reach for difficult-to-access nuts.
- Offset Basin Wrench: Designed with a more pronounced offset angle for even tighter spaces.
- Multi-Jaw Basin Wrench: Features multiple jaws for gripping a wider range of nut sizes and shapes.
- Plastic Basin Wrench: Lighter-duty option, suitable for smaller nuts and less demanding applications. Often used by DIYers.
Sink wrenches fall under the category of hand tools used for tightening or loosening nuts and bolts, specifically those found in plumbing applications. Based on the provided information, several HS codes may be relevant:
- 8204110030: This code covers hand-operated spanners and wrenches, including torque meter wrenches (excluding tap wrenches); socket wrenches, with or without handles, drives or extensions; base metal parts thereof. Specifically, it details Nonadjustable hand-operated spanners and wrenches, and parts thereof – Open-end, box and combination open-end and box wrenches. A sink wrench, if it is non-adjustable and of the open-end, box, or combination type, would fall under this classification.
- 82: Chapter 82 covers tools, including hand tools, pneumatic, hydraulic or with self-contained electric or non-electric motors.
- 04: Heading 8204 specifically covers hand-operated spanners and wrenches.
- 11: Subheading 8204.11 further specifies hand-operated spanners and wrenches, and parts thereof – Nonadjustable.
- 8204110060: This code also covers hand-operated spanners and wrenches, including torque meter wrenches (excluding tap wrenches); socket wrenches, with or without handles, drives or extensions; base metal parts thereof. However, it details Other hand-operated spanners and wrenches, and parts thereof (including parts). If the sink wrench does not fit the specific description of 8204.11.00.30, it may fall under this broader category.
- 82: Chapter 82 covers tools, including hand tools, pneumatic, hydraulic or with self-contained electric or non-electric motors.
- 04: Heading 8204 specifically covers hand-operated spanners and wrenches.
- 11: Subheading 8204.11 further specifies hand-operated spanners and wrenches, and parts thereof – Nonadjustable.
- 8205591000: This code covers Other handtools (including glass cutters) and parts thereof, specifically Pipe tools, and parts thereof. If the sink wrench is specifically designed for plumbing and pipe work, this code may be applicable.
- 82: Chapter 82 covers tools, including hand tools, pneumatic, hydraulic or with self-contained electric or non-electric motors.
- 05: Heading 8205 covers handtools (including glass cutters) not elsewhere specified or included.
- 59: Subheading 8205.59 further specifies other handtools (including glass cutters) and parts thereof.
Important Note: For HS code 8204110030 and 8204110060, the applicable tariff is 9.0% basic tariff, 25.0% additional tariff, and a 30.0% additional tariff after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 64.0%. For HS code 8205591000, the applicable tariff is 7.2% basic tariff, 25.0% additional tariff, and a 30.0% additional tariff after April 2, 2025, resulting in a total tariff of 62.2%.