Clip-On Hair Barrette with Beads from Germany
Plastic hair clip barrette decorated with dangling acrylic beads and base metal spring. Borderline HTS 7117.90.55.00 as low-value imitation if marketed as jewelry (<20¢/dozen), distinct from heading 9615 hairpins per note 11.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Marketing materials must emphasize jewelry use over hair function
• Exclude from 9615 by proving personal adornment primary
• Detailed photos aid CBP review