Steel Shoe Buckle from Mexico
A stainless steel buckle used on formal dress shoes or boots to adjust straps, with a secure clasp mechanism. It is classified under tariff item 8308.90.00 for base metal buckles intended for footwear, providing both functionality and style. The heading explicitly includes buckles for footwear.
Duty Rate — Mexico → Canada
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Consumer Products Safety · May be required · on some HTS numbers under this code
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), and on the full 10-digit classification number (only some numbers under this code are listed). Matching criteria: Equal To 8308900030; Equal To 8308900030. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Confirm the buckle is not part of a complete shoe, which would classify under Chapter 64
• Declare the stainless steel composition to confirm base metal status
• Be aware that buckles with precious metal plating may be subject to different classification