Steel Spring Wooden Clothespins

Traditional spring-type clothespins made primarily from hardwood with a steel spring mechanism for gripping laundry. These fall under HTS 4421.99.80.24 as other articles of wood classified as spring-type clothespins valued not over 80¢/gross, distinguishing them from higher-value or different closure types.

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.

4421.99.80.30Same rate: 10%

If valued over 80¢/gross

Higher value spring-type clothespins move to the next value bracket within the same clothespin category.

7326.20.00Higher: 38.9% vs 10%

If metal predominates over wood

Primarily metal spring clips without substantial wood components classify under iron/steel articles.

4421.91.60Higher: 22.6% vs 10%

If equipped with wire legs instead of spring

Wire clothespins use different closure mechanism, falling under separate subheading for wooden clothespins.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify gross value does not exceed 80¢ per 144 units with detailed invoices to qualify for this subheading

Provide material composition certificates confirming wood content exceeds 50% by weight for Chapter 44 classification

Avoid misclassification as metal articles by emphasizing wood as the primary component in entry documentation