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Alpaca Hair Brooch Backing

Soft alpaca hair fabric backing for brooches, serving as a clothing accessory cushion. HTS 6217.10.95.20 for other made-up items of fine animal hair. Protects skin and adds luxury feel.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.6%+20.0%34.6%
🇲🇽Mexico14.6%+10.0%24.6%
🇨🇦Canada14.6%+10.0%24.6%
🇩🇪Germany14.6%—14.6%
🇯🇵Japan14.6%—14.6%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

7117.90.60.00Lower: 12.5% vs 34.6%

If with precious metal components

Cufflink/brooch-like with precious metal go to Chapter 71 jewelry.

6214.90.00Lower: 31.3% vs 34.6%

If scarf-adjacent shawl clips

Other shawl accessories if larger or multifunctional.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Certify alpaca as fine animal hair; declare separately from metal brooch

• Pitfall: full sets may classify as jewelry