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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made of other base metals like brass or zinc
Material change from iron/steel to other base metals moves to 8308.90 subheading.
If auxiliary accessories imported with clothing
If considered non-essential clothing accessories, may fall under Chapter 62 instead of base metal fittings.
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
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