Brass Belt Buckle from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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