Zinc-Coated Ring Protector Sleeves from China

Zinc-coated metal sleeves that fit over binder rings to prevent paper tearing in looseleaf files. Enhances durability for high-use office binders. Classed under HTS 8305.10.00.50 as other fittings.

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

Document zinc coating thickness for anti-corrosion claims

Pair with ring sets but invoice separately to maintain classification

Avoid 'hardware' terminology; use 'office fittings' descriptors