Brass Belt Buckle

A polished brass buckle designed for use on leather belts, featuring a frame with a prong clasp for securing the belt end. It falls under HTS 8308.90.60.00 as a buckle of base metal used for clothing accessories like belts. The durable construction makes it suitable for everyday fashion wear.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.9%+35.0%38.9%
🇲🇽Mexico3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇨🇦Canada3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇩🇪Germany3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇯🇵Japan3.9%+10.0%13.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

7117.19Lower: 21% vs 38.9%

If set with imitation precious stones for decorative jewelry

Buckles incorporating imitation gemstones may shift to Chapter 71 for imitation jewelry.

4202.92.10.00Lower: 38.4% vs 38.9%

If permanently attached to leather travel goods

Integrated into finished leather articles like bags, classified under Chapter 42 as complete goods.

8308.90.30.00Lower: 35% vs 38.9%

If designed specifically for books or awnings

Specialized hooks or eyelets for non-clothing uses fall under other subheadings in 8308.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify base metal composition (e.g

brass, zinc alloy) via lab testing to confirm classification under Chapter 83

Include detailed product specs and end-use documentation to avoid misclassification as jewelry parts

Check for anti-dumping duties on specific base metal imports from certain countries