Assorted Steel Hand Pins
Assorted steel hand pins are straight pins with small heads, typically 1-2 inches long, used for temporary fabric fastening, dressmaking, and pattern marking. They are made of iron or steel and are not classified elsewhere in the tariff, fitting the 'other pins' provision of this item.
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% |
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May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Equal To 7319909000; Equal To 7319909000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the pins are specifically designed as sewing or darning needles
Sewing, darning, or embroidery needles are classified under the sibling item 7319.90.10.
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
• Ensure the pins are classified as 'other pins' and not as safety pins, which are separately classified
• Declare the correct value in Canadian dollars and keep supplier invoices ready for CBSA inspection
• Verify if any anti-dumping duties apply to steel products from certain countries
Related Products under Tariff item 7319.90.90
Handheld Steel Knitting Needles Set
Handheld steel knitting needles are pointed steel rods with smooth surfaces, used for knitting yarn by hand. They are explicitly listed in the heading as 'knitting needles... for use in the hand, of iron or steel', and this item covers those not elsewhere specified.
Steel Bodkin Lacing Tool
Steel bodkin lacing tools are blunt-ended steel rods with an eyelet, used for threading laces through fabric eyelets or corsets. They are traditional hand tools explicitly listed as 'bodkins' in the heading, and this item covers those not elsewhere specified.
Steel Crochet Hooks
Steel crochet hooks are hook-ended steel shafts used for crocheting yarn by hand, with varying diameters for different thread sizes. They are explicitly listed as 'crochet hooks' in the heading and are for hand use, fitting this item.
Steel Embroidery Stilettos
Steel embroidery stilettos are fine-pointed steel rods used for piercing fabric in embroidery preparation without fraying threads. They are explicitly listed as 'embroidery stilettos' in the heading and are for hand use, fitting this item.
Steel Latch Hook Tool
Steel latch hook tools are handheld steel hooks with a latch mechanism, used for rug tufting and latch hooking crafts. They are 'similar articles for use in the hand, of iron or steel', fitting the 'other' category of this item.
Steel Safety Pins Assortment
Steel safety pins assortment includes curved steel safety pins with coiled springs and sharp points, used for fastening fabric and clothing. They are explicitly listed as 'safety pins' in the heading and are made of iron or steel, fitting this item.