Unmachined Steel Bifurcated Rivets for Jeans

Bifurcated rivets made of rough steel, used for reinforcing pocket corners on denim jeans and clothing. Classified in HTS 8308.20.30.00 due to their base metal composition and lack of brightening, lathing, or machining, intended for apparel.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

8308.90.30.00Same rate: 35%

If made of other base metals like brass or zinc

Material change from iron/steel to other base metals moves to 8308.90 subheading.

6217.10Lower: 24.6% vs 35%

If auxiliary accessories imported with clothing

If considered non-essential clothing accessories, may fall under Chapter 62 instead of base metal fittings.

7317.00.55Same rate: 35%

If sold in bulk for non-apparel uses like upholstery

Bulk rivets without specified clothing end-use classify as general steel articles in 7317.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label shipments clearly as 'for clothing use' to distinguish from industrial rivets and ensure correct heading

Provide photos or samples showing rough finish to confirm compliance with 'not machined' requirement

Avoid bundling with finished garments to prevent classification as parts of sets under different duties