Brass Dressmaker's Eyelets from Japan
Small brass eyelets used in garments for lace-up closures, such as in corsets or shoes. These fall under HTS 8308.10.00.00 as eyelets of base metal for clothing and footwear. They are typically installed with a grommet tool for reinforced holes.
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
• Provide samples and end-use declarations to confirm classification for apparel vs. marine hardware
• Check for anti-tarnish coatings; declare if they alter metal composition significantly