Model Making Pins

Fine steel pins for securing fabric or materials in scale model building and diorama crafting. Fits HTS 7319.40.5050 as hand-use 'other pins of iron or steel', similar to sewing applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽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.

8203.20.80.00Higher: 39.5% vs 17.5%

If precision pins for industrial modeling tools

Pliers-mounted pins become specialized tools.

7319.90.10.00Same rate: 17.5%

If threaded safety pins for models

Threaded varieties may qualify as needle-like articles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Target hobby market classifications; avoid 'tool' descriptors

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