Bamboo Spring Clothespins

Traditional spring-type clothespins made entirely from bamboo, featuring a metal spring for gripping laundry. These fall under HTS 4421.91.80 as other articles of bamboo specifically classified as spring-type clothespins. They are designed for household clothes drying and line use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+10.0%10%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

4421.99.80Same rate: 10%

If made from non-bamboo wood like pine

Bamboo-specific subheading 4421.91 applies only to bamboo; other woods fall under 4421.99 for spring-type clothespins.

7326.90.86Higher: 37.9% vs 10%

If primarily metal construction with bamboo decorative elements

Classification shifts to Chapter 73 if metal predominates as the functional gripping component rather than wood.

4421.91.70Higher: 35% vs 10%

If non-spring type (e.g., pivot or clip-style)

HTS 4421.91.80 is specific to spring-type; other bamboo clothespin mechanisms use 4421.91.70.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify bamboo origin certification to confirm classification under bamboo subheading; ensure metal spring content is minimal as wood articles

Check for any prohibited treatments like chemical preservatives banned in certain markets

Label as 'bamboo' accurately to avoid reclassification