Wire Paper Clips (Gem Type) from Canada
Classic double-loop wire paper clips, commonly known as gem clips, designed to hold sheets of paper together without punching holes. These are wholly formed from bent steel wire and classified under HTS 8305.90.3010 as paper clips made entirely of wire. They are a staple office supply for organizing documents.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Verify that clips are wholly of wire with no plastic coatings or additional components to avoid reclassification
• Provide material composition certificates to confirm base metal wire content for duty assessment