Plastic Spring Clothespins (Economy Pack)

Basic spring-type clothespins made entirely from plastic, featuring a metal spring for gripping laundry. Classified under HTS 3926.90.65.10 as spring-type clothespins valued not over 80 cents per gross, part of 'other articles of plastics'. These are inexpensive household items for drying clothes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇲🇽Mexico4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇨🇦Canada4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇩🇪Germany4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇯🇵Japan4.2%+10.0%14.2%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

3926.90.99Higher: 22.8% vs 14.2%

If valued over 80 cents per gross

Same spring-type clothespins but higher unit value shifts to general 'other plastic articles' subheading.

4421.99.70Higher: 35% vs 14.2%

If wooden with plastic coating

Predominantly wood construction falls under Chapter 44 for other wooden articles of household use.

3924.10.40Lower: 13.4% vs 14.2%

If sold as part of a laundry accessory set

If imported in a set with buckets or baskets for retail sale, classified by essential character under household plastic tableware.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify total value per gross (144 pieces) stays under 80 cents with invoices; overvaluation risks reclassification

Ensure 100% plastic construction (no wood) with material certs to avoid Chapter 44 wood articles

Label as 'household clothespins' clearly; common pitfall is misdeclaring as toys under 9503