Fabric-Covered Snap Fasteners from Japan
Snap-fasteners with thin fabric covers for seamless garment integration. Low-cost at under 20¢ per dozen, in HTS 9606.10.40.00.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Prove fastener primacy over fabric per notes to stay out of Chapters 59-62
• Lab tests for fabric content if over 50% to avoid textile duties
• Label as 'parts' not finished goods