Economy Batch Wooden Spring Clothespins

Bulk-packaged spring-type clothespins constructed from pine wood with simple steel torsion springs, ideal for household laundry use. Classified under HTS 4421.99.80.24 due to their low unit value and spring-type design meeting the specific statistical suffix criteria.

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.

4421.99.70Higher: 35% vs 10%

If slide-type rather than spring

Slide clothespins use friction closure without springs, classified separately from spring-type.

4419.90Higher: 13.2% vs 10%

If imported in bulk as components

Unfinished clothespin blanks without springs may classify as other worked wood rather than complete articles.

8205.59.10Higher: 42.2% vs 10%

If marketed as laundry tools with metal dominance

Could be seen as hand tools if primary function emphasizes metal gripping mechanism.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use precise gross packaging (144 units) for valuation calculations and include packing lists with entry

Ensure wood is not chemically treated beyond natural drying to avoid potential pesticide residue issues at customs

Label shipments clearly as 'spring-type wooden clothespins' to prevent examination delays