Metal Zipper Stopper
Small metal pieces that prevent zippers from sliding off the track, used at the top or bottom of slide fasteners. These are distinct from sliders or complete units and are classified under tariff item 9607.20.90 as other parts of slide fasteners.
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 stoppers are made of textile materials
If the stoppers are constructed from textile materials, this sibling tariff item for textile parts would apply.
If the stoppers are part of a complete slide fastener
When imported as part of a complete slide fastener, the entire unit falls under this item for other slide fasteners.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the stoppers are not attached to a complete zipper, as this would reclassify them under a different tariff item
• Provide the CBSA with the exact dimensions and material to confirm they are parts, not finished fasteners
• Keep import documentation separate from any complete zipper shipments to avoid confusion
Related Products under Tariff item 9607.20.90
Auto-Lock Plastic Slider for Backpacks
An auto-lock plastic slider for backpacks is a self-locking plastic slider designed for backpack compartments, ensuring security. It is a part of a slide fastener, imported separately, and is a specialized slider with an integrated lock.
Auto-Lock Zipper Mechanism
A spring-loaded locking mechanism insert for zipper sliders that auto-engages. This mechanism is classified under tariff item 9607.20.90 as other slide fastener parts, separate from full sliders.
Brass Zipper Slider Box
A brass box component that guides the slider along zipper tracks, designed for heavy-duty applications such as boots. It provides structural integrity to the slide fastener mechanism and is classified as a part of slide fasteners under tariff item 9607.20.90.
Curved Zipper Slider
A curved zipper slider is a specialized component designed for zippers that follow non-linear paths, such as those in luggage and sportswear. It is imported separately and is a part of a slide fastener, ensuring smooth operation along curved contours.
Curved Zipper Slider for Sportswear
A curved zipper slider engineered for performance sportswear, designed to glide smoothly along angled zipper paths. This specialized slider is a part of a slide fastener, falling under tariff item 9607.20.90 for other slide fastener parts.
Decorative Enamel Zipper Slider
A decorative zipper slider with an enamel inlay, used for designer clothing. Under Chapter 96 Note 4, this slider can include minor precious metal or stone constituents and still be classified as a slide fastener part, fitting tariff item 9607.20.90.