Common Straight Steel Pins
Common straight steel pins are thin, sharp-pointed pins with round heads, used in dressmaking, quilting, and paper crafting. They are designed for hand use and are made of iron or steel, fitting the tariff item for other pins not elsewhere specified.
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
This item covers pins with specific marking system features, which may have different duty treatment.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the pins are not classified as safety pins, which fall under a different subheading
• Declare the quantity and value accurately to avoid delays
• Verify that the pins are for hand use, not machine use, to stay within this tariff item
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