Steel Bifurcated Rivets for Handbag Straps from Japan
Unfinished bifurcated rivets of iron or steel for attaching straps to leather handbags and travel goods. HTS 8308.20.30.00 applies as they are not brightened, lathed, or machined, fitting for leather goods.
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
• Use material test reports confirming iron/steel content and rough finish for CBP verification
• Separate from finished bags in shipments to avoid set classification and higher duties
• Watch for plating; any finish could reclassify to 8308.20.60.00