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UV-Resistant Plastic Spring Clothespins from Japan

Spring clothespins made from UV-stabilized polypropylene plastic with corrosion-resistant springs, ideal for outdoor use. HTS 3926.90.65.50 applies to these high-value (over $1.70/gross) plastic-based spring clothespins per subheading notes on polymer classification.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Include technical data sheets showing UV stabilizer as chemically modified polymer under 'Other' per subheading note (a)(3)

• Use HTSUS statistical suffix .50 correctly for reporting; mismatches trigger audits