Steel Spring Wooden Clothespins from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• 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