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Pine Wood Clothespins from Japan

Traditional spring-loaded clothespins made from pine wood, used for hanging laundry on clotheslines. They feature a grooved jaw for secure grip and are classified under HTS 4421.99.8500 as other wooden clothespins not made of bamboo. These are nailable or wire-wound types commonly used in household laundry tasks.

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

• Verify wood species origin documentation to comply with Lacey Act requirements for wood products

• Ensure clothespins meet size and construction standards distinguishing them from bamboo types in 4421.99.8400

• Label products clearly as wooden clothespins to avoid misclassification as general wooden articles

Pine Wood Clothespins from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 4421.99.85.00