9606.10.40.00/Plastic Button Molds with Snaps/Japan

Plastic Button Molds with Snaps from Japan

Plastic molds combined with snap-fastener bases for custom button creation in apparel. Valued not over 20¢ per dozen, covered as parts under 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%

Calculate with your customs value Verify classification with AI

Import Tips

• Specify if molds are for snap-fasteners vs pure buttons to stay in 9606

• Provide CAD drawings or samples if questioned on 'parts thereof' classification

• Watch for overvaluation from decorative elements pushing above threshold