Nickel-Plated File Folder Clips from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
27.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.82.0925%Except as provided for in headings 9903.82.16, 9903.82.20–9903.82.26 and 9903.85.68, articles of copper and derivative aluminum and steel articles, as provided for in subdivisions (c)(vi)–(viii) and (xi) of U.S. note 16 to this subchapter
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
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