Steel Spring Wooden Clothespins from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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