Polyester Zipper Pull Tabs from Germany
These are small knitted polyester tabs attached to zipper pulls on garments, serving as functional clothing accessories. They fall under HTS 6117.90.90.90 as knitted or crocheted parts of garments made of man-made fibers, specifically enhancing zipper usability on jackets and pants.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content exceeds 70% man-made fibers via lab testing to confirm 659 category
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'knitted parts for garments' to avoid misclassification as trims
• Watch for undervaluation pitfalls; customs often scrutinizes small accessory shipments