Cotton Cufflinks from Japan
Decorative cufflinks made from made-up cotton fabric covers with metal backing, used to fasten shirt cuffs. Classified under HTS 6217.90.90 as other made-up clothing accessories, not knitted or crocheted, distinct from parts of garments. They serve as functional accessories for formal shirts.
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 fabric composition via lab tests to confirm non-knitted status for Chapter 62 compliance
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'made-up accessories' to avoid misclassification as garment parts
• Watch for set packaging that might trigger ensemble rules under Chapter notes