Tin-Plated Beads for Bookbinding

Tin-plated decorative beads used on book covers, journals, and decorative bindings. HTS 8308.90.3000 includes base metal beads for books.

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.

4820.10Lower: 10% vs 35%

If part of paperbound exercise books

Integral to paper goods classified with the book in Chapter 48.

8305.10.00Lower: 20.4% vs 35%

If functioning as book clasps

Base metal fittings specifically for books classified in 8305.10.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Specify bookbinding end-use in import docs to qualify under heading scope

• Separate from clasps/hooks shipments to avoid 8308.10 confusion

• Comply with book safety standards if for children's literature