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Bamboo Grip Clothespins Economy Gross from Japan

Economy spring-type clothespins from bamboo with enhanced grip grooves for heavy fabrics, sold by the gross for commercial laundries. HTS 4421.91.80.24 covers these as low-valued spring clothespins of bamboo under other wood articles. Designed for durability in high-use environments.

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

• Calculate value strictly per gross unit; mixing sizes in packs complicates valuation assessments

• Fumigation certificates required for bamboo; untreated wood risks quarantine holds

• Avoid generic 'wood clips' descriptions on manifests; specify 'bamboo spring clothespins' for accurate classification