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GripLock Premium Spring Clothespins

Branded GripLock clothespins with ergonomic plastic handles and powerful steel springs for secure laundry holding. Classified in 3926.90.65.50 due to plastic construction exceeding value threshold for spring-type clothespins.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4.2%+12.5%16.7%
🇲🇽Mexico4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇨🇦Canada4.2%+10.0%14.2%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8205.51.30Higher: 41.2% vs 16.7%

If for industrial/commercial laundry processing

Tools for specific trades (laundry) may shift to Chapter 82 if not consumer household items.

3926.90Same rate: 16.7%

If non-spring type clothespins (pivot/clip style)

Spring mechanism specifically distinguishes 3926.90.65 from other clothespin designs in 3926.90.69.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Brand value contributes to gross pricing; provide marketing materials supporting premium valuation

• Ensure springs qualify under heading 3917 note if fittings attached, but primary plastic body governs

• Pre-clear with binding ruling if plastic/metal ratio approaches 50% to avoid disputes

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