Polyester Necktie Clip from Japan
A small clip made from man-made fiber polyester fabric designed to secure neckties in place on shirts. It falls under HTS 6217.10.95.30 as an other made-up clothing accessory of man-made fibers, not knitted or crocheted. This accessory enhances formal attire by preventing tie slippage.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content is over 70% man-made fibers via lab tests to confirm 659 category
• Label as 'made-up accessory' and include care instructions to avoid misclassification as parts
• Check for metal components; if predominant, may shift to metal articles heading