Nickel-Plated File Folder Clips from China

Nickel-plated base metal clips for securing documents in looseleaf files and folders. These prong-style fittings hold paper stacks firmly in office binders. HTS 8305.10.00.50 covers such other fittings for looseleaf binders or files.

Duty Rate — China → United States

20.4%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

Import Tips

Obtain lab tests for nickel content to comply with REACH and CPSIA if for school/office use

Declare as 'office articles' not 'fasteners' to stay in 8305; include usage photos

Watch for quota restrictions on certain base metals from high-volume exporters