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Natural Bamboo Spring Pegs

Untreated natural bamboo spring clothespins with strong compression springs for secure hold on clotheslines. Classified under HTS 4421.91.80 due to bamboo material and spring mechanism for laundry use. Ideal for outdoor drying without plastic components.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+12.5%12.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

4421.99.70Higher: 37.5% vs 12.5%

If non-spring bamboo clothespins

Spring mechanism dictates 4421.91.80; pivot or slide types use .70 subheading within bamboo.

4819.50Same rate: 12.5%

If coated with heavy paper or cardboard for weatherproofing

Significant paper coating may shift classification to Chapter 48 as other paper articles rather than primarily wood.

8205.51.30Higher: 41.2% vs 12.5%

If sold as household tool set with metal accessories

If marketed and sold as a complete tool set including pliers or grippers, it falls under Chapter 82 tools.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code โ€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Provide fumigation certificates if required for bamboo imports to prevent pest issues

โ€ข Ensure dimensions match spring-type specs to avoid misclassification as briquettes or other forms

โ€ข Test spring tension compliance with safety standards for consumer products