Commercial Grade Birch Spring Clothespins from Japan
Birch wood spring clothespins designed for high-volume commercial laundries, with heavy-duty springs for thick fabrics. Premium pricing above $1.70/gross reflects industrial-strength build. Classed in HTS 4421.99.80.33 for valued-over-threshold spring-type wood clothespins.
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
• Distinguish commercial vs retail packaging; bulk may affect 'articles' vs parts classification
• Provide tensile strength tests for springs to justify value and construction claims
• Ensure no PFAS treatments if claiming eco-friendly to avoid REACH-like scrutiny