Stainless Steel Paper Clips from Japan
Corrosion-resistant stainless steel wire paper clips for humid environments or archival use. Classified in HTS 8305.90.30 as base metal (iron/steel alloy) paper clips for office applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Certify stainless steel grade (e.g
• 304) for material duty preferences
• Avoid alloy misdeclaration; stainless is base metal under Chapter 83