Craft Tacks for Model Making

Tiny round wire steel tacks under 1 inch, diameter <0.065in, used by hobbyists for assembling scale models and dioramas. Simple one-piece construction. Classified in HTS 7317.00.5519 for miniature iron/steel fasteners.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

7317.00.55Same rate: 35%

If square or other non-round wire

Round wire specific; other shapes use different statistical suffixes.

9609.90.40Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If sold in sets with pencils or office supplies

Packs including thumbtacks with non-steel elements may classify as stationery.

7117.19.15Lower: 25.5% vs 35%

If imitation jewelry components if plated/gem-headed

Decorative small pins for crafts can shift to imitation jewelry if ornamental.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label clearly as 'hobby tacks' with size specs to avoid confusion with industrial staples

For small quantities, consider de minimis rules but measure each for dimension compliance

Provide photos showing headless one-piece design to confirm subheading