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Brass Letter Clips

Curved brass clips designed to secure documents or letters in files. Falls under HTS 8305.90.60.00 as 'letter clips,' a specified similar office article made of base metal.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China5.7%+20.0%25.7%
🇲🇽Mexico5.7%+10.0%15.7%
🇨🇦Canada5.7%+10.0%15.7%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8308.90Lower: 15.2% vs 25.7%

If designed for clasping books or ledgers

Specialized clasps for binding may shift to other base metal mountings.

7419Lower: 12.5% vs 25.7%

If primarily copper alloy with decorative finish

High copper content items classify under Chapter 74 articles.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Label as 'office articles' to distinguish from industrial fasteners

• Provide HTS justification if clips exceed standard office sizes

• Avoid bundling with binders to prevent set classification under 8309