Bamboo Spring Clothespins
Traditional wooden clothespins made entirely from bamboo with a metal spring for gripping clothes on a line. These fall under HTS 4421.91.8500 as 'other' bamboo clothespins, distinct from plain wood types, used for household laundry drying. They meet Chapter 44's definition of wood articles including bamboo.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made from non-bamboo wood like pine
Switches to general wood clothespins category when bamboo-specific criteria not met
If predominantly metal with minimal bamboo
Primary material determines heading; metal articles of iron/steel take precedence
If sold as part of laundry accessory set
Sets with multiple wooden components classified here if not specifically clothespins
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify 100% bamboo construction to avoid reclassification as generic wood; provide origin certificates proving bamboo source
• Watch for metal spring content exceeding de minimis rules
• Ensure no chemical treatments that could shift to Chapter 38
Related Products under HTS 4421.91.85.00
Natural Bamboo Clothespins Pack of 50
Unpainted bamboo clothespins with spring mechanism, packaged for retail sale in packs of 50 for clothesline use. Classified under HTS 4421.91.8500 as other bamboo clothespins per Chapter 44 notes including bamboo as wood. Ideal for sustainable household laundry.
Eco-Friendly Bamboo Pinch Clothespins
Bamboo clothespins using pinch-grip design without metal springs, made from compressed bamboo fibers for diaper pinning and clothes drying. HTS 4421.91.8500 applies to these other bamboo variants per subheading for non-standard clothespins. Promotes zero-waste laundry practices.
Heavy-Duty Bamboo Clothespins for Commercial Laundry
Larger-sized bamboo clothespins reinforced for heavy fabrics in commercial laundries, still meeting bamboo wood definition. Falls under HTS 4421.91.8500 as other clothespins of bamboo, accommodating end-use variations. Durable for high-volume clothesline operations.
Handcrafted Vietnamese Bamboo Clothespins
Artisan-made bamboo clothespins from Vietnam featuring traditional spring mechanism, valued for natural finish. HTS 4421.91.8500 covers these as other bamboo clothespins under US tariff for imported wood articles. Perfect for premium eco-retail.
Biodegradable Bamboo Laundry Pegs
Springless bamboo pegs designed for clipping laundry, fully biodegradable and marketed as plastic alternatives. Classified in HTS 4421.91.8500 for other bamboo clothespins per Chapter 44 woody materials note. Supports green consumer trends.