Paper Clip Forming Dies from Japan
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 — Japan → 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
• 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