Unmachined Steel Bifurcated Rivets for Jeans from Japan
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.
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
• 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