Nickel-Plated Steel Hook and Eye Set from China
A pair of small nickel-plated steel hooks and eyes designed for securing clothing such as dresses and blouses. These are classified under HTS 8308.10.00.00 as hooks, eyes, and eyelets of base metal used specifically for clothing. They provide a discreet and durable fastening solution.
Duty Rate — China → United States
40.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify base metal composition (e.g
• steel, brass) via material certificates to avoid misclassification as precious metal items
• Ensure packaging labels specify use for clothing to distinguish from industrial hooks under Chapter 73