Brass-Plated Upholstery Staple Strips

Narrow crown staple strips with brass plating, used for securing fabric to wooden frames in furniture upholstery. Classified under HTS 8305.20.00.00 as base metal staples in strips explicitly for upholstery applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+17.5%17.5%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

7317.00.10.00Same rate: 17.5%

If in bulk form without being pre-formed into stapler strips

Bulk iron or steel staples or tacks without strip formation classify under heading 7317.

9401Lower: 10% vs 17.5%

If imported as parts of furniture sets

Staples integral to furniture parts may classify with the furniture under Chapter 94.

8302.41.90Higher: 38.5% vs 17.5%

If designed for permanent furniture mounting hardware

Base metal mountings and fittings for furniture fall under heading 8302.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide end-use documentation specifying upholstery application to distinguish from office or packaging staples

Ensure strips are wound or packaged for staplers, as loose staples shift to different headings

Check for anti-dumping duties on certain base metal staples from specific countries