Natural Pine Spring Clothespins from Japan
Unfinished spring-type clothespins crafted from pine wood with simple wire springs, valued over 80¢ but not over $1.35 per gross. Classified under HTS 4421.99.80.27 due to their wooden construction and specific spring mechanism within the value bracket for other wood articles. Ideal for eco-friendly laundry applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label packages clearly as 'spring-type' to distinguish from miter clothespins during customs inspection
• Test for binder content if wood appears compressed to rule out fuel pellet misclassification
• Bulk import in original manufacturer packaging helps prove commercial value per gross