Brass Upholstery Tacks

Small decorative brass tacks used to secure upholstery fabric to furniture frames. Made from copper-zinc brass alloy with polished heads. Falls under HTS 7415.10.00.00 as tacks of copper per subheading note (a) for brasses.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin Country	MFN Rate	Ch.99 Surcharges	Total Effective Rate
🇨🇳China	2.5%	+35.0%	37.5%
🇲🇽Mexico	2.5%	+10.0%	12.5%
🇨🇦Canada	2.5%	+10.0%	12.5%
🇩🇪Germany	2.5%	+10.0%	12.5%
🇯🇵Japan	2.5%	+10.0%	12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

7317.00.10.00Lower: 17.5% vs 37.5%

If steel tacks with brass-plated heads

Steel core with thin copper coating classifies as iron/steel in 7317, not pure copper.

7117.19.15Lower: 25.5% vs 37.5%

If imitation jewelry components

Tacks sold as jewelry findings move to Chapter 71, excluding Chapter 74 hardware.

8207.90.60Higher: 39.3% vs 37.5%

If for interchangeable tool use in upholstery machines

Interchangeable tools classify in 8207 regardless of copper material.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Include chemical analysis report proving zinc predominates over other elements in brass alloy

• Label cartons with HTS code and 'upholstery tacks of brass' for quick inspection

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