Plastic Bag Closure Clips from Mexico
These clips are made of durable polypropylene plastic and designed specifically for use in mechanical clippers to seal plastic bags for food packaging. They fit into automatic bag-sealing machines where they are crimped to securely fasten bag openings. Classified under HTS 3926.90.8500 as plastic fasteners in clips for mechanical attaching devices.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify clip dimensions and material composition match mechanical device specifications to avoid reclassification as general plastic articles
• Include technical datasheets proving suitability for mechanical attaching devices; common pitfall is missing machine compatibility documentation
• Ensure clips are imported in bulk clips, not pre-attached, to qualify under this subheading