Stainless Steel Jean Hook from Japan
Durable stainless steel hooks for securing waistbands on jeans and trousers. Classified in HTS 8308.10.00.00 as base metal hooks for clothing. They resist corrosion and match denim aesthetics.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include sewing pattern references or buyer specs to prove clothing end-use
• Test for nickel content if marketing as hypoallergenic for skin-contact garments
• Avoid misdeclaring as zipper parts, which fall under 8309