Platinum-Plated Breastplate Snap from China
Panic snap hook with platinum plating for horse breastplates, providing quick-release functionality. Classified under HTS 8302.49.20.00 as coated saddlery riding hardware. Prevents injury during unhooking under tension.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Highlight safety features in descriptions to justify equestrian hardware status
• Obtain platinum assay certification from accredited labs for customs
• Avoid generic 'hook' descriptions that could lead to tool classification