Heavy-Duty Spring Plastic Clothespins

Heavy-duty spring clothespins constructed from durable polypropylene plastic, ideal for outdoor use and thick fabrics. Classified under HTS 3926.90.65 due to their spring-type design as specific plastic articles for laundry securing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChina4.2%+10.0%14.2%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexico4.2%+10.0%14.2%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanada4.2%+10.0%14.2%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermany4.2%+10.0%14.2%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapan4.2%+10.0%14.2%

Alternative Classifications

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

3926.90.45Higher: 38.5% vs 14.2%

If slide-type rather than spring mechanism

Slide-type clothespins have a separate subheading within plastic clothespins.

3924.10.40Lower: 13.4% vs 14.2%

If marketed for kitchen or table use

Plastic clips for household table/kitchen purposes fall under heading 3924.

8302.50.00Higher: 35% vs 14.2%

If with significant metal hat-rack hardware

Metal-based clothes hooks shift to Chapter 83 base metal mountings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Include strength test data or specs showing spring tension to differentiate from basic clips during CBP review

โ€ข Ensure packaging labels clearly state 'spring type clothespins' for statistical reporting compliance

โ€ข Avoid bulk packing without individual retail intent, as it may trigger other plastic ware classification