Copper Drawing Pins
Thumbtack-style copper drawing pins with flat heads for mounting artwork and maps on softboards. These are unthreaded articles of copper, specifically drawing pins, and are classified under this tariff item as other similar unthreaded articles.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the drawing pins are of iron or steel, not copper
Drawing pins of iron or steel are classified in heading 73.17.
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
• Verify the pins are made of copper or a copper alloy and are not threaded
• If the pins have plastic or other non-metal heads, confirm they still qualify as articles of copper
• Provide a product description and HS classification rationale to CBSA if requested
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