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Metal Shoe Eyelets for Laces

Brass or steel eyelets reinforcing lace holes in athletic and casual shoes. These are base metal eyelets under HTS 8308.10.00.00 for footwear use. They prevent fabric tear-out during lacing.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China2.9%+35.0%37.9%
🇲🇽Mexico2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇨🇦Canada2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇩🇪Germany2.9%+10.0%12.9%
🇯🇵Japan2.9%+10.0%12.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

6403.99.90Lower: 27.5% vs 37.9%

If for leather upper sports footwear

If integral to finished shoes, they classify under the footwear heading in Chapter 64.

8302.42.30Lower: 21.4% vs 37.9%

If mounted on base metal frames for bags

Assembled with frames for other articles like awnings, moves to 8302 mountings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Declare inner diameter and installation method to differentiate from tubular rivets

• Ensure RoHS compliance for EU imports if containing restricted metals