Brass-Plated Common Sewing Pins
Steel pins coated with brass plating for rust resistance and shine, featuring fine shafts and pearlized heads for visibility in fabric. Classified under 7319.40.90 as other pins of iron or steel, not safety pins.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 7% | +50.0% | 57% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 7% | — | 7% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 7% | — | 7% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the pins are specially designed for marking systems
Pins designed for marking systems are classified separately from general sewing pins.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the brass plating is not a precious metal coating that would reclassify the pins under Chapter 71
• Describe the pins as common sewing pins of steel with brass plating
• Ensure the pearlized heads are not considered separate articles of plastic that would change classification
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