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Magnetic Name Badge Strips

Flexible magnetic backing strips for reusable name badges, made from calendered ferrite compound. HTS 8505.19.10.00 covers these as flexible magnets for holding badges in place after magnetization. Used in conferences and offices.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China4.9%+37.5%42.4%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico4.9%+10.0%14.9%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada4.9%+10.0%14.9%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

8505.90Lower: 13.8% vs 42.4%

If sold as complete magnetic badge holders

Assemblies functioning as holding devices shift to electromagnetic/permanent magnet chucks/clamps.

3926.90.99Lower: 25.3% vs 42.4%

If plastic-backed with negligible magnetism

Plastic articles with minor magnetic strips classify under plastics if not primarily magnets.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Specify 'flexible magnet backing' in invoices; complete badge assemblies may differ

β€’ Test for flexibility to distinguish from rigid magnet clasps

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