Brass Paper Fastener Posts from China
Extendable brass posts that screw through punched paper for binding. Classifies as parts for looseleaf binders under HTS 8305.90.60.00, office articles of base metal.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Import as 'parts' not complete fasteners for lower valuation
• Thread specs must match US office standards
• Tarnish-proof coating recommended