Colored Plastic Coated Jumbo Clips
Large paper clips with thick colored plastic coating over steel wire for visual organization and protection. The steel wire core provides the essential fastening function, so the product remains a paper clip of base metal.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6.5% | — | 6.5% |
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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 8305900000; Equal To 8305900000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Classify as paper clips of base metal; the plastic coating is a minor feature
• Provide a sample or detailed specification to the CBSA if requested
• Ensure the coating does not affect the essential character
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