Hardwood Spring Laundry Pins

Premium spring-type clothespins crafted from durable hardwood like beech or oak, used for outdoor clotheslines. HTS 4421.99.80 covers these as spring-type wooden clothespins, distinguishing them from non-spring types or other wood products.

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.

4421.99.60Higher: 15.1% vs 10%

If made from bamboo

Bamboo clothespins, considered woody material, have a specific subheading separate from other woods.

9603.30Same rate: 10%

If artist brushes rather than laundry use

Wooden spring mechanisms for brushes classify under brooms, brushes, and similar articles.

4421.91.70Higher: 35% vs 10%

If imported in bulk for industrial packaging

Wooden clothespins for non-retail use may fall under wooden pallets or packaging articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify wood species in commercial invoice to justify hardwood classification and any preferential duty treatments

Ensure springs are simple torsion type; complex mechanisms may require engineering review

Test for binder content if wood appears compressed, avoiding confusion with wood pellets under 4401