Paper Clip Forming Dies from China
Precision metal dies used to stamp and form wire into paper clips during manufacturing. They are parts thereof under HTS 8305.90.30, specifically for producing base metal paper clips.
Duty Rate — China → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Classify as 'parts of paper clips' only if dedicated solely to paper clip production; multi-use dies go elsewhere
• Include engineering drawings showing specificity to paper clips for customs validation