Nickel-Plated Spangles for Costumes

Flat, disc-shaped nickel-plated spangles used to embellish dance costumes, theatrical outfits, and festival wear. Falls under HTS 8308.90.3000 as base metal spangles for clothing decoration.

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.

8308.90.90.00Higher: 37.7% vs 35%

If used for non-clothing items like awnings or books

Heading 8308 other articles exclude beads/spangles specifically for clothing/jewelry.

5606.00.00Higher: 43% vs 35%

If sold as metallized plastic sequins

Plastic gimped yarn or metallized textile products classified in Chapter 56.

4823.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If applied to paper crafts rather than clothing

Paper-based decorative articles fall under Chapter 48.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Provide samples and photos showing clothing application to support classification

• Ensure plating thickness documentation; excessive base metal shifts from Chapter 71

• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial use, which could trigger different statistical notes