Decorative Butterfly Hair Pins from Japan
Decorative butterfly hair pins feature butterfly-shaped metal or plastic tops for ornamental hairstyles, with a functional pin base for securing hair. They qualify as hair pins under tariff item 9615.90.00, as decoration does not change the primary function. The ornamental top is a minor constituent.
Duty Rate — Japan → Canada
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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 9615900000; Equal To 9615900000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Verify the pins are primarily functional, not imitation jewellery
• Declare the materials (metal, plastic) and ornamental features
• Keep product images showing the pin base for customs